doubt
Translation
doubt, uncertainty
Examples
I have some doubt about his story.
I have some doubt about his story.
There is no doubt that he is guilty.
There is no doubt that he is guilty.
Grammar Patterns
((a doubt)) ((about sth.)) a feeling of uncertainty about (sth.) I have some doubt about his story.
((no doubt)) ((that ...)) it is certain that... There is no doubt that he is guilty.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uncertainty, suspicion; Antonyms: certainty, belief
Etymology
From Latin 'dubitare' (to hesitate), related to 'duo' (two), suggesting wavering between two options.
Memory Tips
Think of 'double'. When you have doubt, you are seeing two (or more) possibilities and are unsure which is true.