Meaning & Definition of word "Suspect"

Suspect

/ˈsʌs.pɛkt/

1. A person thought to be guilty of a crime or offense.
- Example: The detective interviewed the main suspect in the case.
2. A possible candidate for something.
- Example: She became a suspect for the position due to her extensive experience.

1. To have an idea or impression of the existence, presence, or truth of something without certain proof.
- Example: I suspect that he is lying about his whereabouts last night.
2. To regard as untrustworthy or guilty.
- Example: The police suspect her of being involved in the theft.

●Middle English, from Old French 'suspect', from Latin 'suspectus', past participle of 'suspicere' meaning to look up or look at.

suspect foul play:

to think that something wrongful or criminal has taken place.

suspect a connection:

to believe that there is a link between two or more things.

suspicion:

a feeling or belief that someone is guilty of an act.

suspicions:

doubts or beliefs about someone’s guilt.

susceptible:

likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.

Meaning: Sketchy

● Example Sentence: That deal sounds sketchy; I suspect it's not legit.

Meaning: Sus

● Example Sentence: He's acting sus, I think he knows more than he says.