Comparative for not known with certainty
“It remains doubtful if their strategy can stand up to the scrutiny of a court.”
Comparative for feeling uncertain about something
“They are doubtful of her being reunited with Ollie, after waiting more than two weeks for his return.”
Comparative for not likely to be true or to happen
“It is doubtful whether tomorrow's victor will reach quite the lofty heights of his predecessor.”
Comparative for tending to raise doubts or questions
“I discovered that they were based on extrapolations of doubtful validity on original data that were of questionable value.”
Comparative for experiencing or showing doubt or skepticism
“The contradictions left many social workers feeling doubtful about their own transformative potential.”
Comparative for dangerously insecure or unstable
“He implores her favor and protection in the doubtful dilemma in which is about to involve himself.”
Comparative for confused or perplexed
“He gave me a wary, doubtful look as I picked apart his arguments one by one.”
Comparative for shady or suspicious in nature
“Like the Spectator's lady of easy virtue, he finds an excuse for present doubtful dealings in his excellent future intentions.”
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