suspect

[səˈspekt]

suspect Definition

• 1. have an idea or impression of the existence or presence of something without certain proof
• 2. a person thought to be guilty of a crime or offense

Using suspect: Examples

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

• Example

  I suspect that he is lying.

• Example

  The police have several suspects in custody.

• Example

  She is suspected of stealing the money.

• Example

  He was suspected of cheating on the exam.

suspect Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for suspect

• doubt
• mistrust
• question
• suppose
• believe
• accused
• defendant
• perpetrator

Antonyms for suspect

• trust
• believe
• clear

Idioms Using suspect

• suspect someone of something

  believe or think that someone has done something wrong or illegal

  Example

  The police suspect him of stealing the car.

• under suspicion

  being suspected of having done something wrong or illegal

  Example

  He is under suspicion for embezzlement.

• raise suspicion

  cause others to become suspicious or doubtful

  Example

  His sudden wealth raised suspicion among his colleagues.

Phrases with suspect

• suspect package

  a package or object that is considered suspicious or dangerous and may contain explosives or other harmful materials

  Example

  The airport security team found a suspect package in the baggage area.

• prime suspect

  the main person who is believed to have committed a crime or offense

  Example

  The police have identified him as the prime suspect in the robbery case.

• suspect behavior

  actions or conduct that is considered suspicious or questionable

  Example

  The teacher noticed some suspect behavior during the exam and reported it to the principal.

Origins of suspect

from Latin 'suspectare', meaning 'to mistrust'

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Summary: suspect in Brief

The term 'suspect' [səˈspekt] refers to having an idea or impression of something without certain proof, or a person thought to be guilty of a crime. It can be used in phrases like 'suspect package' or 'prime suspect,' and idioms like 'suspect someone of something,' implying suspicion of wrongdoing, and 'raise suspicion,' indicating actions that cause doubt.