doubtful — feeling uncertain about something; unlikely to happen or be true
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: feeling uncertain about something; unlikely to happen or be true
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdaʊtfəl/
Korean meaning: 의심스러운, 확실하지 않은, 가능성이 희박한
Korean pronunciation: **다우**트풀
Example Sentences
- I'm doubtful about my neighbor's claim that he invented pizza.
- The weather forecast is doubtful, so bring an umbrella.
- She gave me a doubtful look when I said I could eat 20 hamburgers.
doubtful
ADJECTIVE//ˈdaʊtfəl//
feeling uncertain about something; unlikely to happen or be true
feeling uncertain about something; unlikely to happen or be true
From doubtful thoughts to wonderful art - that's truly powerful!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'doubtful', derived from Old French 'doubter' (to doubt) combined with the suffix '-ful' (full of). The root 'doubt' comes from Latin 'dubitare' meaning to hesitate or waver.
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📝Examples
“I'm doubtful about my neighbor's claim that he invented pizza.”
“The weather forecast is doubtful, so bring an umbrella.”
“She gave me a doubtful look when I said I could eat 20 hamburgers.”
“It's doubtful that we'll finish this project on time.”
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