Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
raise suspicion
phrase
/reɪz səˈspɪʃ.ən/
Definition
To cause someone to think that something is not right or to suspect that something is wrong.
Examples
- His late-night meetings began to raise suspicion among his colleagues.
- The unusual behavior of the suspect raised suspicion at the police station.
- Leaving the store without paying raised suspicion from the security personnel.
Meaning
When an action or situation makes someone doubtful or wary about someone’s intentions or the truth of a matter.
Synonyms
- arouse doubt
- create mistrust
- instigate skepticism
- spark suspicion
