doubtful
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.
Nonetheless, some housing experts are doubtful about how much the bill will actually affect housing affordability.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 10, 2026
Gulf nations are doubtful it would work because Iran lacks sufficient equipment to properly manage the waterway, the officials said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
Indeed, the very exercise of ranking people and families by wealth is itself doubtful.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
So, as Jackson wrote, it’s doubtful that the Constitution actually requires this unrealistic level of contractual clarity.
From Slate ● Jun. 23, 2026
And in doubtful times he will always find a scarcity of men in whom he can trust.
From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli
Vocabulary lists containing doubtful
Confused
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Muggie Maggie
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Confused
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
