This is the 9470th most frequent French word.
dubitatifs
"Dubitatifs" means "doubtful" or "questioning."
In this sentence, 'dubitatifs' is used to describe the students who are feeling uncertain or skeptical about the explanation provided due to its complexity.
Les élèves étaient dubitatifs face à l'explication complexe de leur professeur.
The students were doubtful regarding their teacher's complex explanation.
Here, 'dubitative' describes the proposal itself, indicating that it is perceived to hold doubts or uncertainties concerning its validity or effectiveness.
La proposition semblait dubitative malgré les arguments avancés.
The proposal seemed doubtful despite the provided arguments.
In this context, 'dubitatifs' is used to express the skepticism or doubt held by the speakers concerning the unclear intentions of the individual mentioned.