mistrust Meaning & Definition
What Does Mistrust Mean?
Mistrust is a noun that means Lack of trust or confidence; distrust, untrust. As a verb, it means To have no confidence in (something or someone).
Mistrust at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /mɪsˈtɹʌst/ |
| Synonyms | suspicion, misgiving and distrust |
| Antonyms | trust, bank and swear |
| Plural | mistrusts |
| Verb forms | mistrusts, mistrusting, mistrusted |
Mistrust Definition (Noun)
- Lack of trust or confidence; distrust, untrust.
Mistrust as a Verb
- To have no confidence in (something or someone).
- To be wary, suspicious or doubtful of (something or someone).
- To suspect, to imagine or suppose (something) to be the case.
- To be suspicious.
Synonyms of Mistrust
Mistrust synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Mistrust
Word Forms & Grammar
mistrust (usually uncountable, plural mistrusts)
mistrust (third-person singular simple present mistrusts, present participle mistrusting, simple past and past participle mistrusted)
Words That Rhyme With Mistrust
Origin of Mistrust
From Middle English mistrust; equivalent to mis- + trust.
Questions People Ask About Mistrust
Is mistrust a noun or a verb?
Mistrust is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for mistrust?
You can replace mistrust with words such as suspicion, misgiving and distrust. See the full list of mistrust synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of mistrust?
The opposite of mistrust can be expressed with words like trust, bank, swear and trustfulness.
What is the plural of mistrust?
The plural of mistrust is mistrusts.
What is the past tense of mistrust?
The past tense of mistrust is mistrusted. The present participle is mistrusting.