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- DictionarySus·pi·cion/səˈspiSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true: "she had a sneaking suspicion that he was laughing at her"
- 2. cautious distrust: "her activities were regarded with suspicion by the headmistress"
Suspicion is the act or an instance of suspecting something wrong without proof or on slight evidence. It can also mean a state of mental uneasiness and uncertainty, or a barely detectable amount.
a feeling or belief that someone has committed a crime or done something wrong: "I'm arresting you on suspicion of illegally possessing drugs," said the police officer. In these cases, the parents usually come under suspicion. usually UK She is under suspicion of murder.
Suspicion is the state or act of suspecting something or someone without certain proof. Learn the origin, usage, and idioms of suspicion, and see how it differs from distrust and irony.
a feeling or belief that someone has committed a crime or done something wrong: "I'm arresting you on suspicion of illegally possessing drugs," said the police officer. In these cases, the parents usually come under suspicion. usually UK She is under suspicion of murder.
Suspicion is a feeling that something might be true. If your friends seem to be keeping a secret from you, you might have a suspicion that they are planning a surprise party for your birthday.
Suspicion is a noun that means a feeling or belief that someone has done something wrong, or an idea that something may be true. Learn how to use suspicion in different contexts and languages with examples and translations.
Suspicion is a belief or feeling that someone has done something wrong or is not trustworthy. It can also mean a slight trace or hint of something. Learn more about the word forms, synonyms, pronunciation and usage of suspicion.
Learn the meaning of suspicion as a noun, with synonyms, idioms and collocations. Find out how to use suspicion in sentences and questions, and see related words and topics.
Learn the meaning, pronunciation, and examples of suspicion, a noun that means a feeling of doubt or mistrust. Find out how to use suspicion in sentences, idioms, and collocations with the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
Suspicion Definition. The act or an instance of suspecting guilt, a wrong, harmfulness, etc. with little or no supporting evidence. The condition of being suspected, especially of wrongdoing. Held under suspicion of murder. The feeling or state of mind of a person who suspects.
