Cool MateMeaning of Suspicion
a feeling that somebody has done something wrong, illegal or dishonest, even though you have no proof
In simple words: A feeling that something is wrong or not true.
Suspicion in a sentence
- She felt a strong suspicion that someone was hiding the truth.
- His unexplained absence aroused suspicion among his colleagues.
- The detective’s suspicion focused on the main suspect in the case.
- There was suspicion that the documents had been forged deliberately.
- Despite the suspicion surrounding him, he maintained his innocence.
- Suspicion can sometimes be based on misunderstandings rather than facts.
How to use Suspicion
Use 'suspicion' when you think something might be bad or wrong, often without proof. It's appropriate in serious contexts but less suitable in casual conversation.
Grammar pattern
suspicion + of + object
Memory hint
Think of 'sus-pi-cion' as a spy who suspects something suspicious.
Related words
Collocations with Suspicion
- strong
- considerable
- deep
- degree
- level
- entertain
- harbour/harbor
- have
- arise
- exist
- linger
- above suspicion
- beyond suspicion
- on suspicion of
- the finger of suspicion
- grounds for suspicion
- an object of suspicion
- strong
- considerable
- deep
- degree
- level
- entertain
- harbour/harbor
- have
- arise
- exist
- linger
- above suspicion
- beyond suspicion
- on suspicion of
- the finger of suspicion
- grounds for suspicion
- an object of suspicion
- strong
- considerable
- deep
- degree
- level
- entertain
- harbour/harbor
- have
- arise
- exist
- linger
- above suspicion
- beyond suspicion
- on suspicion of
- the finger of suspicion
- grounds for suspicion
- an object of suspicion
Opposites of Suspicion
Common mistakes with Suspicion
- Confused with 'suspect' which is a verb.
- Using 'suspicion' as a countable noun incorrectly.
- Mixing it up with 'distrust', which has a different meaning.
Suspicion appears in
Suspicion in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
شك
شعور بأن شيئًا ما خاطئ أو غير صحيح.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সন্দেহ
কিছু ভুল বা সত্য নয় এমন অনুভূতি।
- GermanDeutsch
Verdacht
Das Gefühl, dass etwas nicht stimmt oder nicht wahr ist.
- SpanishEspañol
Sospecha
Una sensación de que algo está mal o no es verdad.
- Persianفارسی
سوء ظن
این حس که یه چیزی درست نیست یا حقیقت نداره.
- FrenchFrançais
Suspicion
Un sentiment que quelque chose ne va pas ou n'est pas vrai.
- Hindiहिन्दी
संदेह
यह अहसास कि कुछ गलत है या सच नहीं है।
- ItalianItaliano
Sospetto
Una sensazione che qualcosa non va o non è vero.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Suspeita
A feeling that something is wrong or not true.
- RussianРусский
Подозрение
Чувство, что что-то не так или неправда.
- Urduاردو
شبہ، شک
یہ احساس کہ کچھ غلط ہے یا سچ نہیں ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Suspicion
一种觉得某事不对劲或不真实的感觉。
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Frequently asked questions about Suspicion
What does Suspicion mean?
A feeling that something is wrong or not true.
What is the definition of Suspicion?
a feeling that somebody has done something wrong, illegal or dishonest, even though you have no proof
How do you use Suspicion in a sentence?
She felt a strong suspicion that someone was hiding the truth.
Can you give another example of Suspicion?
His unexplained absence aroused suspicion among his colleagues.
What are synonyms for Suspicion?
Common alternatives include distrust, mistrust, doubt, skepticism, suspicion.
What is the opposite of Suspicion?
Opposite meanings include trust, confidence.
What words go with Suspicion?
It commonly pairs with strong, considerable, deep, degree, level, entertain, harbour/harbor, have, arise, exist, linger, above suspicion, beyond suspicion, on suspicion of, the finger of suspicion, grounds for suspicion, an object of suspicion, strong, considerable, deep, degree, level, entertain, harbour/harbor, have, arise, exist, linger, above suspicion, beyond suspicion, on suspicion of, the finger of suspicion, grounds for suspicion, an object of suspicion, strong, considerable, deep, degree, level, entertain, harbour/harbor, have, arise, exist, linger, above suspicion, beyond suspicion, on suspicion of, the finger of suspicion, grounds for suspicion, an object of suspicion.
What are common mistakes when using Suspicion?
Confused with 'suspect' which is a verb. Using 'suspicion' as a countable noun incorrectly. Mixing it up with 'distrust', which has a different meaning.
How do you pronounce Suspicion?
US: /["/səˈspɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/səˈspɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Suspicion?
Use 'suspicion' when you think something might be bad or wrong, often without proof. It's appropriate in serious contexts but less suitable in casual conversation.
What CEFR level is Suspicion?
"Suspicion" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.