misdoubt

American  

[mis-dout] / mɪsˈdaʊt /

verb (used with or without object)

1. to doubt or suspect.

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noun

1. doubt or suspicion.

misdoubt British  

/ mɪsˈdaʊt /

verb

1. an archaic word for doubt suspect

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Etymology

Origin of misdoubt

First recorded in 1530–40; mis- ¹ + doubt

Example Sentences

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misdoubt

By my troth, Sam, I misdoubt that thou canst read.

From The Catholic World; Volume I, Issues 1-6 A Monthly Eclectic Magazine by Rameur, E.

He understands things," he muttered, "and I misdoubt this.

From Historical Romances: Under the Red Robe, Count Hannibal, A Gentleman of France by Weyman, Stanley J.

In truth, I misdoubt if there are not priests even of thy way of thinking.

From A Maid at King Alfred?s Court by Madison, Lucy Foster

There's no doubt but she does want something done for her; but I misdoubt me if she will choose our Amy to do it.

From Sowing and Sewing A Sexagesima Story by Yonge, Charlotte Mary

And a fortnight's siege is done—and, except the Duchess, none Can misdoubt the coming wrack.

From In the Saddle A Collection of Poems on Horseback-Riding by Various