doubt

[daut]

doubt Definition

• 1. a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction
• 2. a feeling of fear or apprehension

Using doubt: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doubt" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I have some doubts about his ability to do the job.

• Example

  There is no doubt that she is the best candidate for the position.

• Example

  He expressed doubt that the project would be completed on time.

• Example

  I doubt whether he will come.

doubt Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for doubt

• uncertainty
• skepticism
• mistrust
• distrust
• suspicion

Antonyms for doubt

• certainty
• confidence
• belief

Idioms Using doubt

• in doubt

  not certain or clear

  Example

  The outcome of the election is still in doubt.

• no doubt

  used to indicate that something is very likely

  Example

  No doubt she will be pleased to hear the news.

• put/throw doubt on

  cause people to feel uncertain about something

  Example

  The report put doubt on the effectiveness of the new drug.

Phrases with doubt

• beyond a shadow of a doubt

  completely certain

  Example

  The evidence proved beyond a shadow of a doubt that he was guilty.

• cast doubt on

  cause people to feel uncertain about something

  Example

  The new evidence cast doubt on the suspect's alibi.

• give someone the benefit of the doubt

  believe someone's statement, without proof, because they are generally trustworthy

  Example

  I don't have any evidence to support his claim, but I'll give him the benefit of the doubt.

Origins of doubt

from Old French 'douter', from Latin 'dubitare', meaning 'to hesitate'

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Summary: doubt in Brief

The term 'doubt' [daut] refers to a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction, often accompanied by fear or apprehension. It can be used to express skepticism or mistrust, as in 'I have some doubts about his ability to do the job.' Conversely, it can be used to indicate certainty, as in 'There is no doubt that she is the best candidate for the position.' 'Doubt' extends into phrases like 'give someone the benefit of the doubt,' and idioms like 'in doubt,' denoting uncertainty.