Suspect
Pronunciation: /səˈspɛkt/
Suspect (verb)
- To believe something might be true or likely, without being sure.
- To think someone might have done something wrong or illegal.
Examples
- I suspect the weather will change soon.
- They suspect the package contains fragile items.
Common collocations: suspect foul play, suspect a problem, suspect dishonesty, suspect a motive, prime suspect
Suspect (noun)
- A person thought to have done something wrong or illegal.
Examples
- The suspect was questioned by the police.
- A suspect was seen near the crime scene.
Suspect (adjective)
- Not seeming honest or reliable.
Examples
- The deal seemed suspect to the investors.
- His explanation was suspect and lacked evidence.