Meaning & Definition of word "Doubting"
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Doubting
/ˈdaʊtɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. The state of being uncertain or skeptical.
- Example: Her doubting about his intentions made their relationship tense.
- 2. A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.
- Example: The doubting in his voice suggested he wasn't sure about the plan.
verb:
- 1. To be uncertain about or to have a lack of confidence in something.
- Example: She was doubting her ability to pass the exam.
- 2. To feel a lack of conviction or to be skeptical.
- Example: He was doubting the truth of the statement.
- 3. To question the validity or reliability of something.
- Example: They were doubting the effectiveness of the new policy.
Etymology
Middle English: from the verb doubt, from Old French douter, from Latin dubitare 'to waver, hesitate'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
doubt oneself:
To lack confidence in one's abilities.
don't doubt it:
An expression to confirm certainty.
Related Words
doubt:
The feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.
skepticism:
A skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.
Slang Meanings of doubting
Meaning: Doubting Thomas
Example Sentence: He's such a Doubting Thomas; he never believes anything until he sees it.
Meaning: No doubt
Example Sentence: No doubt he will win the match; he's been training hard.