predoubter

/ˈprɛdɒubtər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who doubts beforehand the guilt of a defendant, especially in a trial.

“The defense team argued that the prosecution’s key witness was a predoubter who had already made up his mind.”

2. noun

A person who questions the guilt of a defendant before all the evidence is presented.

“The media portrayal of the accused as a predoubter sparked outrage among the public.”

Synonyms

  • doubter
  • skeptic

Antonyms

  • believer
  • convict