Conflicted
Conflicted adjective - Having a mixture of opposing feelings.
Usage example: I'm conflicted about the prospect of our only child going away to college
Doubtful and conflicted are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Doubtful" instead an adjective "Conflicted".
Nearby Words: conflict, conflicting
Doubtful
Doubtful adjective - Not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something.
Usage example: he was doubtful about the decision to complete the project despite its mounting problems
Conflicted and doubtful are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Conflicted" instead an adjective "Doubtful".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Hidden Depths: The Quest of Erebor reveals that Thorin was far more conflicted and doubtful than his proud and egotistcal behaviour in The Hobbit let on, to the point where he almost called the whole thing off in Bag End.
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