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suspected

[səˈspɛktɪd]

suspected Definition

  • 1believed to be guilty, false, or bad without proof
  • 2regarded with suspicion

Using suspected: Examples

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

  • Example

    The police arrested the suspected thief.

  • Example

    The suspected cause of the fire was faulty wiring.

  • Example

    The company's suspected involvement in the scandal led to a drop in their stock prices.

suspected Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for suspected

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Summary: suspected in Brief

The term 'suspected' [səˈspɛktɪd] describes something that is believed to be guilty, false, or bad without proof. It is often used in legal and investigative contexts, such as 'The police arrested the suspected thief.' 'Suspected' can also describe things that are regarded with suspicion, as in 'The company's suspected involvement in the scandal led to a drop in their stock prices.' Synonyms include 'doubtful' and 'questionable,' while antonyms include 'trusted' and 'credible.'