dubiousness
The state of being dubious or suspiciousThe state of being dubious or suspicious.
Meaning
2 senses(uncountable, usually)The state of being dubious or suspicious.
The dubiousness of the old rope bridge deterred me from trying to cross.
the state of being unsure of something
(uncountable, usually)Doubt; uncertainty.
uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something
Forms
plural: dubiousnesses| Singular | dubiousness |
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uncountable
Synonyms
6 synonymsClose in meaning
- uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something:doubtdoubtfulnessquestion
- the state of being unsure of something:doubtuncertaintyincertitudedubietydoubtfulness
Word family
1 related wordsRelateddubious
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable
See also
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