questionable
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/ˈkwɛs.tʃə.nə.bəl/
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/ˈkwes.tʃə.nə.bəl/
doubtful or uncertain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'questionable' originates from the Latin word 'quaestionabilis', where 'quaestio' meant 'question'.
Historical Evolution
'quaestionabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'questionable', and eventually became the modern English word 'questionable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'open to question', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
doubtful or uncertain; open to question or dispute.
The results of the experiment are questionable.
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Adjective 2
not clearly honest, honorable, or trustworthy.
His questionable behavior raised concerns among his colleagues.
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