be dubious

VERB

doubt

Synonyms

STRONGEST

distrust hesitate impugn suspect

STRONG

challenge demur disbelieve discredit dispute fear fluctuate imagine insinuate misgive mistrust query scruple surmise vacillate waver

WEAK

be apprehensive of be curious be in a quandary be puzzled be uncertain be undetermined call in question give no credence harbor suspicion have qualms misdoubt not buy read differently shilly-shally skepticize smell a rat take dim view of wonder at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

trust

STRONG

agree answer believe go along remain stay

WEAK

be certain not question rely

VERB

misdoubt

Synonyms

WEAK

be apprehensive of be curious be in a quandary be puzzled be uncertain be undetermined call in question challenge demur disbelieve discredit dispute distrust fear fluctuate give no credence harbor suspicion have one's doubts have qualms hesitate imagine impugn insinuate misgive mistrust not buy query question read differently scruple shilly-shally skepticize smell a rat surmise suspect take dim view of vacillate waver wonder wonder at

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

That led him to be dubious of some depictions of a more polished Jamestown with smooth-cut planks.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 23, 2024

Claims that Charles Tuberville was a tank commander were also determined to be dubious as his tombstone lists his highest rank as technician fifth grade, a designation that indicated technical skills but not combat leadership.

From Salon • Jul. 26, 2023

The critics had good reason to be dubious.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2022

The notion of U.C.L.A., a program with 11 national championships, as a plucky underdog may be dubious.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2021

"I see from your face you must still be dubious of me," said Doom.

From Doom Castle by Munro, Neil

be dubious

Example Sentences

Related Words