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doubts

|doubts|

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/daʊts/

(doubt)

uncertainty

Base FormPluralPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
doubtdoubtsdoubtersdoubtsdoubteddoubteddoubting
Etymology
Etymology Information

'doubt' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'douter,' where 'douter' meant 'to be afraid of.'

Historical Evolution

'douter' changed from the Latin word 'dubitare' and eventually became the modern English word 'doubt.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to be afraid of,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to feel uncertain about something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction.

She had doubts about the success of the project.

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Verb 1

to feel uncertain about something or someone.

I doubt that he will come to the party.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35