Doubt (Noun)
Meaning 1
The state of being unsure of something.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- She expressed doubt about the feasibility of the project due to the lack of funding.
- The detective had doubt about the suspect's alibi and decided to investigate further.
- After reading the reviews, I have doubt about the quality of the new restaurant.
- His doubt about the accuracy of the data led him to re-run the experiment.
- The politician's contradictory statements raised doubt about her sincerity among voters.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Indecisiveness
- Arriere Pensee
- Suspicion
- Disbelief
- Mental Rejection
- Skepticism
- Distrust
- Reservation
- Mistrust
- Irresolution
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Meaning 2
Uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something; "the dubiousness of his claim"; "there is no question about the validity of the enterprise".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- She had a nagging doubt about the legitimacy of the offer that just seemed too good to be true.
- The detective couldn't shake off her doubt about the suspect's alibi, and decided to investigate further.
- The doubt surrounding the candidate's past made it difficult for her to gain the public's trust.
- There's no doubt about the benefits of regular exercise, but what's the most effective way to stay active?
- As the rumors spread, doubt began to creep into the minds of the investors about the company's financial stability.