doubt

• Substantivo que designa o sentimento de incerteza, falta de convicção ou hesitação quanto à verdade, realidade ou confiabilidade de algo; também pode indicar desconfiança ou suspeita em relação a alguém ou algo.

A noun referring to a feeling of uncertainty, lack of conviction, or hesitation about the truth, reality, or reliability of something.

1. B1formal

   A feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction about something.

   Dúvida

   • She had serious doubts about the plan's success.
   • There is no doubt that he is the best candidate.
   • His explanation left room for doubt.

   Sinônimosdoubtfulnessdubietydubiousnesshesitationmisgivingskepticismsuspicionuncertainty

   Antônimosassurancebeliefcertaintyconfidenceconvictiontrust

2. Skepticism or disbeliefB1formal

   A state of being skeptical or not believing something.

   Dúvida

   • The jury had reasonable doubt about the evidence.
   • I have my doubts about the accuracy of that report.
   • Her story raised doubts in my mind.

   Sinônimosdisbeliefdistrustincredulitymistrustquestioningskepticismsuspicionuncertainty

   Antônimosbeliefcertaintyconfidenceconvictionfaithtrust

• Verbo usado para expressar incerteza ou falta de convicção sobre algo, ou para duvidar da verdade ou confiabilidade de algo.

A verb used to express uncertainty or lack of conviction about something, or to question the truth or reliability of something.

1. Feel uncertainB1formal

   To be uncertain about something; to question the truth or reliability of something.

   Duvidar

   • I doubt that he will arrive on time.
   • She doubted the accuracy of the report.
   • They doubted whether the plan would work.

   Sinônimosdistrusthesitatemistrustquestionsuspectwaver

   Antônimosacceptbelievetrust

2. Distrust or disbelieveB1formal

   To lack confidence in someone or something; to consider something unlikely.

   Duvidar

   • He doubted her intentions from the start.
   • I doubt his ability to lead the team.
   • She never doubted his loyalty.

   Sinônimoschallengedisbelievediscreditdistrustmistrustquestionsuspect

   Antônimosacceptbelieverelytrust