̘. ̈n.ˈsʌspekt v., n., & adj. --v.tr. 1
have an
impression of
the existence or
presence of (suspects poisoning). 2 (foll. by to be)
believe tentatively,
without clear ground. 3 (foll. by
that + clause) be inclined to
think. 4 (often foll. by of) be inclined to mentally
accuse;
doubt the innocence of (suspect
him of complicity). 5 doubt the genuineness or
truth of. --n. a suspected
person. --adj.
subject to or
deserving suspicion or
distrust;
not sound or
trustworthy. [ME f. L suspicere suspect(as
SUB-, specere look)]