
Suspect
Initial Doubt
Use when you just begin to think someone did wrong, before proof.

I suspect he's hiding something from us.
Flexible Strength
The level of certainty can vary, from a hunch to near certainty.

She suspected the noise was just the wind.
Not Just Guilt
It can also imply someone might be involved in any situation, not only criminal.

I suspect he knows more than he's saying.
Compare with
AccuseCulpritDefendantDoubtOffenderPerpetratorQuestionWrongdoer
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension