doubtfulness

noun

Definition of doubtfulnessnext
1
as in dubiousness

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2
as in disbelief

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  1. disbelief
  2. incredulity
  3. dishonesty
Noun
  • In the clip, he was seen smiling and putting his hands on his face in disbelief, before continuing to dance alongside Swift's ecstatic dad, Scott.
    Escher Walcott, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Chargers linebacker Troy Dye squatted down low on the field in disbelief.
    Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of disbelief
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  • Through seven presidential administrations, his edgy rasp essayed the perfect pitch of national incredulity, always with subtle phrasing and precise shading.
    Isaac Butler, The New Yorker, 6 Nov. 2024
  • Considering Villa’s present state, where last season’s standout traits of ruthless transitions and a high defensive line are malfunctioning, the incredulity of conceding from your own attacking corner is magnified.
    Jacob Tanswell, The Athletic, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of incredulity
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  • The University of Arkansas has suspended the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity for at least three years after an investigation found violations including hazing, providing alcohol to underage people and dishonesty.
    Alex Golden, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The president has a long record of dishonesty, about his own biography (which blew up his first presidential campaign in 1988) and especially about the family influence-peddling business that was at the root of Hunter’s tax ...
    Rich Lowry, National Review, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of dishonesty
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