doubtless
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for doubtless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adverb — Almost certainly; very probably.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use doubtless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English douteles — doubt plus -less, "without."
Full origin of doubtless →Frequently asked questions
What does “doubtless” mean?
The word “doubtless” means almost certainly; very probably. In plain terms, almost certainly — a slightly formal way of saying "surely" or "no doubt.".
How do you pronounce “doubtless”?
“Doubtless” is pronounced DOWT-luhs (/ˈdaʊ̯tləs/ in IPA).
How do you use “doubtless” in a sentence?
Here is “doubtless” used in a sentence: “He will doubtless complain about the schedule again.”
What part of speech is “doubtless”?
Depending on how it is used, “doubtless” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “doubtless” come from?
The word “doubtless” comes from Middle English. From Middle English douteles — doubt plus -less, "without.".
Is “doubtless” a common word?
“Doubtless” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “doubtless” have?
“Doubtless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: almost certainly; very probably.