Dubitation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌd(y)ü-bə-ˈtā-shən/ du·bi·ta·tion

Meaning & Definition of Dubitation

Dubitation (noun)

  1. doubt

Dubitation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something

    "with considerable dubitation we listened to his tall tales of adventure"

    similar: distrust, distrustfulness, doubt, dubiety, incertitude, misdoubt, misgiving, mistrust, mistrustfulness, query, reservation, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty
    related: disbelief, incredulity, unbelief, anxiety, concern, paranoia, wariness, compunction, niggle (chiefly British), qualm, scruple, tremor
    opposite: assurance, belief, certainty, certitude, confidence, conviction, sureness, surety, trust
    near: credence, faith

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dubitation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dubitation:

distrust, distrustfulness, doubt, dubiety, incertitude, misdoubt, misgiving, mistrust, mistrustfulness, query, reservation, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Dubitation

Words with the opposite meaning of Dubitation:

assurance, belief, certainty, certitude, confidence, conviction, sureness, surety, trust

Related Words for Dubitation

disbelief, incredulity, unbelief, anxiety, concern, paranoia, wariness, compunction, niggle, qualm, scruple, tremor

Near Antonyms of Dubitation

credence, faith

Origin & Etymology of Dubitation

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Dubitation

What does "Dubitation" mean?

"Dubitation" means doubt. As a noun, it is defined as: doubt.

What is another word for "Dubitation"?

Other words for "Dubitation" include distrust, distrustfulness, doubt, dubiety, incertitude, misdoubt, misgiving and mistrust. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dubitation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Dubitation"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Dubitation". Common alternatives include distrust, distrustfulness, doubt, dubiety, incertitude, misdoubt, misgiving, mistrust, mistrustfulness and query.

What is the opposite of "Dubitation"?

Antonyms of "Dubitation" include assurance, belief, certainty, certitude, confidence, conviction, sureness and surety. Near antonyms include credence and faith.

How do you use "Dubitation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dubitation" in a sentence: "with considerable dubitation we listened to his tall tales of adventure".

Is "Dubitation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dubitation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Dubitation"?

"Dubitation" is pronounced /ˌd(y)ü-bə-ˈtā-shən/ and divided into syllables as du·bi·ta·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Dubitation"?

First known use: 15th century.