in doubt — uncertain or questionable; not clearly established
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: uncertain or questionable; not clearly established
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn daʊt/
Example Sentences
- Whether my mom will believe my excuse is still in doubt.
- The success of our group project is in doubt since nobody did their part.
- His ability to graduate on time is in doubt after failing three subjects.
in doubt
ADJECTIVE[/ɪn daʊt/]
uncertain or questionable; not clearly established
💡 Concept
uncertain or questionable; not clearly established
🎵 Rhyme
Clues scattered throughout, but answers remain without doubt!
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ɪn daʊt/
🇬🇧 UK/ɪn daʊt/
🌳Etymology
Rootdoubt
🎵Rhyme
aboutthroughoutwithout
about
throughout
without
🔗Collocations
throw something into doubt
cast doubt on
beyond doubt
without doubt
remain in doubt
leave in doubt
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“Whether my mom will believe my excuse is still in doubt.”
😄 Fun example
“The success of our group project is in doubt since nobody did their part.”
“His ability to graduate on time is in doubt after failing three subjects.”
“The authenticity of the painting is in doubt among art experts.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
uncertainquestionableunclearunsuredubious
Antonyms
certainsuredefinite
Related
doubtfulsuspiciousambiguousundecided
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