doubting (B1)

noun, verb

Pronunciation: /daʊt/

Definition

A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

Examples

• He expressed his doubts about the project's success.

• There is little doubt that the economy will improve.

• She overcame her doubts and decided to apply for the job.

How to Use doubting

doubt that (prepositional phrase)

To feel uncertain about something that is stated or believed. — "I doubt that he will finish the report by Friday."

doubt whether (prepositional phrase)

To feel uncertain about a possibility or choice. — "She doubted whether she had made the right decision."

in doubt (idiom)

Uncertain or questionable. — "His honesty was in doubt after the investigation."

without a doubt (idiom)

Certainly; unquestionably. — "He is, without a doubt, the most talented musician I've ever seen."

Synonyms of doubting

Words with a similar meaning to doubting:

• hesitation
• skepticism
• uncertainty
• suspicion

Antonyms of doubting

Words with the opposite meaning to doubting:

• certainty
• confidence

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