as in skeptical
inclined to doubt or question claims
congenitally doubting viewers will wonder if there's anything real about that so-called reality show
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as in questioning
to have no trust or confidence in
I doubt that you can do all that you say
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Recent Examples of doubting
Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
Hope this helps anyone out there doubting their own post partum recovery.
—Emily Trainham, Fox News, 29 Dec. 2024
Injuries have hampered his career a bit, but there is no doubting his talents, especially on the offensive end.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
Despite the reports, some are doubting that anything serious is going on.
—Steve Almasy, CNN, 16 Dec. 2024
The video game industry might be a mess right now (layoffs continued in 2024 unabated), but there’s no doubting the burning, white-hot talent of its creatives.
—Vulture Editors, Vulture, 13 Dec. 2024
There’s no doubting the Ford Mustang GTD’s supercar credentials now.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
Those critics have spent several years berating and doubting her—especially following her most notable setback, in 2021, when she was suspended from the Tokyo Olympics.
—Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
Like many manufacturers, Samsung is doubting down on the capabilities of generative AI to improve the user experience… alongside the usual raft of bug fixes, updates, and software tweaks.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no doubting Maddison’s ability as a midfield creator.
—Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doubting
Adjective
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On the surface, the creamy tomato dish with citrusy greens has all the makings of a dinner that seems too good to be true—minimal prep, a handful of ingredients, and only one pot to clean up afterward—so naturally lots of folks are skeptical.—
Audrey Bruno,
SELF,
19 Mar. 2025
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Still, learning to think like a historian does not necessarily prepare someone to be a skeptical news consumer.—
Lightning Jay,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2025
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Despite more positive reports in previous months, concerns remain about the economic outlook, leaving policymakers and businesses questioning whether the downturn in confidence will translate to slower growth in 2024.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
24 Dec. 2024
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Posts may leave us questioning our qualifications, competence, and intelligence.—
Dr. Angélica S. Gutiérrez,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Contact the company directly through official channels, avoiding the contact information from the suspicious job listing.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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Weiss was fired in January 2023 after a report of suspicious computer activity at Schembechler Hall, Michigan’s football facility.—
Austin Meek,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Cunard's Queen Anne cruise ship advised passengers to remain cautious while the ship passed through a piracy-prone area in Southeast Asia, according to a Thursday, March 13, TikTok.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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The organization has become more cautious about backing properties that are underinsured, dilapidated, or lack sufficient reserves for maintenance.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Doubting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doubting. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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