SUSPECTED

Definition

SUSPECTED Believed to be guilty or involved in a crime, suspecting is the act of holding such beliefs, suspected is the past tense form of the word, suspecter is the person who holds such beliefs, suspectest is the superlative form of the word, and suspectly is the adverb form of the word. Suspected refers to someone who is believed to be guilty or involved in a crime, with suspecting being the act of holding such beliefs and suspected representing the past tense form

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (past tense or past participle)
• Word Length: 9 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word SUSPECTED can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like SUSPECTED demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.