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Meaning of Suspicions

Feelings or beliefs that something is wrong or not right.

In simple words: Doubts or feelings that something is wrong.

Suspicions in a sentence

  • She had her suspicions about his honesty.
  • His suspicions were confirmed when she failed to show up.
  • The detective kept his suspicions to himself.
  • With growing suspicions, they decided to investigate.
  • Her suspicions about the missing money led to a thorough search.

How to use Suspicions

Use 'suspicions' when expressing doubt about someone's honesty or actions. More common in serious contexts, less so in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

have + suspicion + (about/that) + object

Memory hint

Think of 'suspicions' as peering through shaded glasses, seeing something unclear.

Related words

Collocations with Suspicions

  • harbor suspicions
  • have suspicions
  • fuel suspicions
  • raise suspicions
  • confirm suspicions

Synonyms for Suspicions

  • doubts
  • mistrust
  • skepticism
  • apprehension
  • wariness

Opposites of Suspicions

Common mistakes with Suspicions

  • Confused with 'suspicious' - 'suspicious' describes a feeling, while 'suspicions' are the doubts themselves.
  • Omitting the plural form - 'suspicion' is singular, but we often use 'suspicions' when referring to multiple doubts.

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Frequently asked questions about Suspicions

What does Suspicions mean?

Doubts or feelings that something is wrong.

What is the definition of Suspicions?

Feelings or beliefs that something is wrong or not right.

How do you use Suspicions in a sentence?

She had her suspicions about his honesty.

Can you give another example of Suspicions?

His suspicions were confirmed when she failed to show up.

What are synonyms for Suspicions?

Common alternatives include doubts, mistrust, skepticism, apprehension, wariness.

What is the opposite of Suspicions?

Opposite meanings include trust, confidence, certainty.

What words go with Suspicions?

It commonly pairs with harbor suspicions, have suspicions, fuel suspicions, raise suspicions, confirm suspicions.

What are common mistakes when using Suspicions?

Confused with 'suspicious' - 'suspicious' describes a feeling, while 'suspicions' are the doubts themselves. Omitting the plural form - 'suspicion' is singular, but we often use 'suspicions' when referring to multiple doubts.

How do you pronounce Suspicions?

US: //səˈspɪʃənz//, UK: //səˈspɪʃənz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Suspicions?

Use 'suspicions' when expressing doubt about someone's honesty or actions. More common in serious contexts, less so in casual conversations.