Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Doubtful.
How to pronounce doubtful:
US
Doubtful - as an adjective satellite
Open to doubt or suspicion
Example: "The candidate's doubtful past"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dubiousdubitablein questionFraught with uncertainty or doubt
Example: "They were doubtful that the cord would hold"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dubiousUnsettled in mind or opinion
Example: "Drew a few tentative conclusions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tentativeDoubtful - as a noun
A doubtful person or thing.
Doubtful - as an adjective
Subject to, or causing doubt.
Experiencing or showing doubt, sceptical.
Undecided or of uncertain outcome.
Fearsome, dreadful.
Improbable or unlikely.
Suspicious, or of dubious character.
Unclear or unreliable.
Example Sentences
"I'm very doubtful that he will pass the exam."
"Her explanation of the situation seemed doubtful to me."
"It is doubtful whether they will be able to complete the project on time."
"The credibility of his story is highly doubtful."
"His proposal to fix the problem seems doubtful at best."
Word Game Points
Is DOUBTFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, doubtful is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DOUBTFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DOUBTFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, doubtful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDOUBTFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is DOUBTFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, doubtful is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDOUBTFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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