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US/səˈspɪʃ.ən/
UK/səˈspɪʃ.ən/
a feeling that something is wrong or that someone has done something bad, without proof
In context
Two men were arrested on suspicion of stealing cars from the car park.
I have a suspicion that he isn't telling us the whole truth.
Many villagers looked at the strangers with suspicion.
Words that go with suspicion
noun + preposition
- suspicion ofHe was arrested on suspicion of fraud.
verb + noun
- arouse suspicionPaying for a car in cash may arouse suspicion.
- raise suspicionsHis sudden wealth raised suspicions among his neighbors.
adjective + noun
- growing suspicionThere is growing suspicion that the election was not fair.
- deep suspicionMany voters regard politicians with deep suspicion.
- strong suspicionI had a strong suspicion that something was wrong.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I have a suspect that he is lying.Correct: I have a suspicion that he is lying. / I suspect that he is lying.