Douté (en. Doubt)
/du.te/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
In a state of uncertainty.
She is in a doubted state of mind regarding this decision.
Elle est dans un état d'esprit douté à propos de cette décision.
That does not inspire trust.
His explanations were doubted by several.
Ses explications étaient doutées par plusieurs.
Etymology
From the verb 'douter', originating from the Latin 'dubitare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to have doubts
To be uncertain about something.
avoir des doutes
to doubt oneself
To lack self-confidence.
douter de soi
to have no doubt
To have a strong conviction without hesitation.
n'avoir aucun doute
Related Words
to doubt
To experience uncertainty or distrust.
douter
doubt
Uncertainty or questioning about an idea or situation.
doute
indecision
Lack of decision or certainty.
indécision
Slang Meanings
To be unclear.
I am unclear about this project.
Je suis dans le flou sur ce projet.
To have hesitations.
I have hesitations about my career.
J'ai des hésitations à propos de ma carrière.