v., n., & adj.
v.tr. 1 have an impression of the existence or presence of (suspects poisoning). 2 (foll. by to be) believe tentatively, without clear ground. 3 (foll. by that + clause) be inclined to think. 4 (often foll. by of) be inclined to mentally accuse; doubt the innocence of (suspect him of complicity). 5 doubt the genuineness or truth of.
n. a suspected person.
adj. subject to or deserving suspicion or distrust; not sound or trustworthy.
[ ME f. L suspicere suspect- (as SUB-, specere look) ]