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    Doubting

    /ˈdaʊtɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The state of being uncertain or skeptical.
    Her doubting about his intentions made their relationship tense.
    A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.
    The doubting in his voice suggested he wasn't sure about the plan.
    verb
    To be uncertain about or to have a lack of confidence in something.
    She was doubting her ability to pass the exam.
    To feel a lack of conviction or to be skeptical.
    He was doubting the truth of the statement.
    To question the validity or reliability of something.
    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

    Doubting Thomas
    He's such a Doubting Thomas; he never believes anything until he sees it.
    No doubt
    No doubt he will win the match; he's been training hard.