suspicion
Definitions
A feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true, especially something wrong or unpleasant.
A cautious distrust or lack of confidence in someone or something.
A very slight trace or suggestion of something.
Examples
The detective's suspicion grew as he discovered more inconsistencies in the witness's story.
He looked at the stranger with suspicion, wondering why they were lurking near his property.
Synonyms
distrust mistrust skepticism doubt misgiving wariness apprehension