questionable — Doubtful or uncertain in quality, authenticity, or reliability. Open to doubt or challenge.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Doubtful or uncertain in quality, authenticity, or reliability. Open to doubt or challenge.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkwestʃənəbəl/
Example Sentences
- The restaurant's hygiene standards were questionable at best.
- His excuse for being late was questionable - aliens abducted him for exactly 30 minutes?
- The company's financial records showed questionable transactions.
questionable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkwestʃənəbəl/]
Doubtful or uncertain in quality, authenticity, or reliability. Open to doubt or challenge.
Doubtful or uncertain in quality, authenticity, or reliability. Open to doubt or challenge.
Evidence questionable, facts mentionable, planted proof objectionable!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'quaestionem' meaning 'a questioning or inquiry.' The word evolved to describe something that invites questions or doubt about its validity.
Breakdown
question- (from Latin 'quaestionem' meaning inquiry) + -able (suffix meaning 'capable of being')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The restaurant's hygiene standards were questionable at best.”
“His excuse for being late was questionable - aliens abducted him for exactly 30 minutes?”
“The company's financial records showed questionable transactions.”
“Her fashion choices were questionable, but her confidence was admirable.”
“The politician's ties to the scandal made his integrity questionable.”
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