Doubter

/ˈdaʊtə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who doubts or is skeptical about something.

As a doubter of the new diet trend, she decided to stick to her usual eating habits.

Someone who questions the validity or truth of a belief, idea, or claim.

He is often viewed as a doubter in the community, challenging beliefs others hold dear.

A person who lacks confidence or faith in a particular outcome.

Despite his talent, he was a doubter when it came to his chances of winning the competition.

From the verb doubt + the suffix -er.

doubting Thomas

a person who refuses to believe without direct personal experience.

to cast doubt on

to suggest that something may not be true or trustworthy.

doubt one's word

to question the truth or validity of what someone says.

doubt

a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

skepticism

a skeptical attitude; doubt as to the truth of something.

incredulity

the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something.

naysayer

He's such a naysayer, always doubting everyone's plans.

wet blanket

Stop being a wet blanket and just go along with it for once!