doubt

noun

UK/daʊt/
US/daʊt/

Definitions of doubt noun

  1. B1Countable(可數名詞)Uncountable(不可數名詞)

    A feeling of uncertainty about something, especially regarding its quality or truth.

    (尤指對好壞、真實性等的)懷疑;疑慮;不確定

    • I have some reservations about whether he is qualified for this position.

      我對他是否勝任這個職位有些保留。

    • If there are any uncertainties regarding the rocket's engine, we should postpone the launch.

      如果對火箭引擎有任何不確定性,我們應該推遲發射。

    • The prosecution must demonstrate his guilt beyond any reasonable doubt.

      控方必須證明他的罪行毫無合理懷疑。

Phrases of doubt noun

  • no doubt

    Used to express certainty about something being true or very likely to happen.

    毫無疑問

    No doubt, this new policy will have a significant impact on the company.

    毫無疑問,這項新政策將對公司產生重大影響。

  • without (a) doubt

    Used to emphasize a statement or opinion, indicating certainty.

    毫無疑問

    Without a doubt, she is the most talented designer on our team.

    毫無疑問,她是我們團隊中最有才華的設計師。

  • in doubt

    If the future or success of someone or something is in doubt, it suggests that its continuation or success is uncertain.

    前景未卜;不確定

    The success of this project is in doubt due to a lack of funding.

    由於缺乏資金,這個專案的成功與否尚不確定。

verb

UK/daʊt/
US/daʊt/

Definitions of doubt verb

  1. B2Transitive(及物動詞)

    To not be certain or confident about something, or to consider something unlikely.

    懷疑;不確定;不肯定

    • I am uncertain if I will be able to complete this task by the deadline.

      我不確定是否能在截止日期前完成這項任務。

    • They began to question whether it was feasible to accomplish.

      他們開始懷疑這是否可行。

    • He might return with the money tomorrow, but I highly doubt it.

      他明天可能會帶著錢回來,但我非常懷疑。

Phrases of doubt verb

  • doubt someone/doubt someone's word

    To not trust or believe someone or what they say.

    不相信(某人);懷疑(某人的話)

    She always tells the truth, so I see no reason to doubt her.

    她總是說實話,所以我看不出有任何理由懷疑她。