doubt

Definition

  • n. the state of being unsure of something
  • n. uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something
  • v. consider unlikely or have doubts about
  • v. lack confidence in or have doubts about

Word forms

Past tense
doubted
Past participle
doubted
Present participle
doubting
Third person singular
doubts

Example sentences

  1. n.

    There is a doubt in my mind about his honesty.

  2. v.

    I doubt that he will come to the party tonight.