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Not known with certainty
“It remains doubtful if their strategy can stand up to the scrutiny of a court.”
Feeling uncertain about something
“They are doubtful of her being reunited with Ollie, after waiting more than two weeks for his return.”
Not likely to be true or to happen
“It is doubtful whether tomorrow's victor will reach quite the lofty heights of his predecessor.”
Subject to dispute or questions
“I discovered that they were based on extrapolations of doubtful validity on original data that were of questionable value.”
Experiencing or showing doubt or skepticism
“The contradictions left many social workers feeling doubtful about their own transformative potential.”
Dangerously insecure or unstable
“He implores her favor and protection in the doubtful dilemma in which is about to involve himself.”
Confused or perplexed
“He gave me a wary, doubtful look as I picked apart his arguments one by one.”
Shady or suspicious in nature
“Like the Spectator's lady of easy virtue, he finds an excuse for present doubtful dealings in his excellent future intentions.”
Inconceivable or mind-boggling
Experiencing or showing doubt or skepticism
Not explicit
Of doubtful authenticity or lacking authority
Deviating from what is considered normal
Used ironically to express the belief that something is unlikely or does not exist
Having or showing a deeply inquisitive nature or intent
Prone to speaking evasively, indirectly, or duplicitously
Not giving hope of future success or good results
Showing low self-esteem and needing approval from others to validate one's life
Anticipating something with anxiety or fear
Said, without proof, to have taken place or to have a specified illegal or undesirable quality
Of doubtful quality or legality
Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
Having a feeling of despondency, especially due to pessimism
Having the feeling that one is about to vomit
Hesitant or uncertain
Tending to rock or shake
Displaying, or characterized by, jealousy or a lack of trust
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