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tvivl

tvivl is a noun used in Danish to denote doubt or uncertainty. It describes a state of not being sure about a claim, decision, or belief. In Danish, it is used in phrases such as have tvivl om or tvivl omkring to indicate skepticism or hesitation. The term appears in everyday speech, journalism, and literature, allowing speakers to express nuance without asserting conviction.

It has cognates in other Nordic languages, with related forms in Norwegian and Swedish that carry similar

In literature and media, tvivl can function as a device to reflect internal doubt in a character

See also Doubt, Uncertainty, Skepticism.

meanings.
The
concept
of
tvivl
is
common
in
discourse,
where
it
can
hedge
statements,
invite
verification,
or
signal
ambiguity
in
the
interpretation
of
facts,
plans,
or
narratives.
or
narrator,
or
to
explore
themes
of
uncertainty
and
belief.
It
also
appears
in
discussions
of
decision-making,
risk
assessment,
and
critical
thinking,
where
acknowledging
tvivl
can
be
part
of
careful
analysis
rather
than
a
retreat
from
judgment.