VocabJLPT N1
doubt
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. doubt
  2. 2. suspicion
  3. 3. Doubt
This noun refers to doubt or suspicion, a feeling that something may be wrong or that someone cannot be fully trusted. It tends to be used in more formal or written contexts compared to everyday words for doubt.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Missing transaction records raised doubts about the deal.

Sentence 2

"You're hiding something, aren't you?" he said, throwing his suspicions at her.

Sentence 3

She said "trust me," but the doubt remained.

Sentence 4

Is there any concern about a conflict of interest with his proposal?

Sentence 5

Everyone has doubts about the new boss's evaluation criteria.