mindmap root((怀疑)) uncertainty stresses lack of certitude that may range from a mere falling short of certainty to an almost complete lack of definite knowledge especially about an outcome or result: general ~ about the program’s future. doubt suggests both uncertainty and inability to make a decision: plagued by ~s about his upcoming marriage. dubiety stresses a lack of sureness that leads to a wavering between conclusions: in times of crisis a leader must be free of all ~. skepticism implies a habitual state of mind or customary reaction characterized by unwillingness to believe without conclusive evidence: an economic forecast that was met with ~. suspicion stresses lack of faith in the truth, reality, fairness, or reliability of something or someone: viewed the new neighbors with ~. mistrust implies a genuine doubt based upon suspicion: had a great ~ of all doctors.