doubtful
doubt
ˈdaʊt
dawt
ful
fəl
fēl
British pronunciation
/ˈdaʊtfʊl/

Definition & Meaning of "doubtful"in English

doubtful
01

(of a person) uncertain or hesitant about something

doubtful definition and meaning
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He appeared doubtful about the reliability of the information he received.
She seemed doubtful about the decision, unsure if it was the right choice.
02

improbable or unlikely to happen or be the case

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Given the poor weather conditions, it 's doubtful that the outdoor concert will take place as scheduled.
With no concrete evidence, it is doubtful that the jury will convict the defendant.
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The results of the experiment are doubtful due to inconsistent data.
The source of the information is doubtful and requires further verification.
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