questionably
|ques/tion/a/bly|
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/ˈkwɛs.tʃə.nə.bli/
(questionable)
doubtful or uncertain
Etymology
Etymology Information
'questionably' 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 'questionably'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being questioned', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that is open to doubt or suspicion'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is open to doubt or suspicion.
The results were questionably accurate.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42