Meaning & Definition of Doubt in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

  Example Sentence: She had a doubt about the decision.

• Definition: To question the truth or validity of something.

  Example Sentence: I doubt that he will come.

• Definition: Lack of confidence in someone or something.

  Example Sentence: There was doubt over the team's ability to win.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English, from Old French 'doute', from Latin 'dubitare'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• doubt about: A lack of confidence or certainty regarding something.
• cast doubt on: To raise questions about the reliability or truth of something.
• beyond a doubt: Without any doubt; certainly.
• no doubt: Used to express certainty.
• doubt one’s own abilities: To question one’s own skills or talents.

Translations

• Spanish: duda

• French: doute

• German: Zweifel

• Russian: сомнение

Related Words

• doubtful: Feeling uncertain or having doubts.

• doubtlessly: Without doubt; certainly.

• undoubtedly: Without a doubt; certainly.

Slang Meanings of doubt

• Meaning: A feeling of uncertainty or skepticism.

  Example Sentence: I've got my doubts about that story.

• Meaning: To express disbelief or skepticism.

  Example Sentence: You think he's coming? I doubt it.