doubt — a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction
Pronunciation (IPA): /daʊt/
Example Sentences
- When my cat brought me a 'present' at 3 AM, I began to doubt whether having a pet was a good idea.
- There's no doubt that pizza is the answer to most of life's problems.
- I doubt my ability to pass the CSAT without proper preparation.
doubt
NOUN[/daʊt/]
a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction
She paused mid-signature, a flicker of doubt crossing her face.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from Latin 'dubitare', meaning 'to waver' or 'to hesitate between two positions'. It passed through Old French 'douter' before entering English, where the sense evolved from literal wavering between alternatives to the modern meaning of 'to question or distrust'.
Breakdown
Latin 'dubitare' (to waver, from 'duo', two + the root suggesting division or oscillation) → Old French 'douter' → Middle English 'douten' → modern English 'doubt'.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“When my cat brought me a 'present' at 3 AM, I began to doubt whether having a pet was a good idea.”
“There's no doubt that pizza is the answer to most of life's problems.”
“I doubt my ability to pass the CSAT without proper preparation.”
“She cast doubt on the weather forecast by wearing both sunglasses and an umbrella.”
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