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Kai felt suspicious when the box moved by itself.
What does Suspicious mean?
Suspicious means feeling unsure because something seems wrong or not trustworthy.
Dictionary definition
Feeling unsure because something seems wrong or not trustworthy.
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What does suspicious mean?
Suspicious means feeling unsure because something seems wrong or not trustworthy.
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Which word is closest in meaning to suspicious?
Doubtful is close in meaning to suspicious in this context.
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suh · spish · us · strongest beat: spish
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WordSuspicious.
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MeaningSuspicious means feeling unsure because something seems wrong or not trustworthy.
ExampleExample: Kai felt suspicious when the box moved by itself.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- suh · spish · us
- Strongest beat
- spish
- Ending
- us
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on spish.
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Synonyms
Words like Suspicious
doubtfulUse when someone does not fully trust something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
trustingUse when someone believes something is honest or safe.
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Word family
Suspicious word family
Base word
suspicion
adverb
suspiciously
In a way that shows doubt or mistrust.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show doubt, caution, or not trusting something.
Common mix-up
Suspicious is not the same as knowing; it means someone thinks something may be wrong.
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