distrust
Definition of distrust
dis`trust´ v. t. | 1. | To feel absence of trust in; not to confide in or rely upon; to deem of questionable sufficiency or reality; to doubt; to be suspicious of; to mistrust. | n. | 1. | Doubt of sufficiency, reality, or sincerity; lack of confidence, faith, or reliance; as, distrust of one's power, authority, will, purposes, schemes, etc. | | 2. | Suspicion of evil designs. | | 3. | State of being suspected; loss of trust. |
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