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questionably-made

|ques-tion-a-bly-made|

C1

/ˈkwɛs.tʃə.nə.bli meɪd/

doubtful quality

Etymology
Etymology Information

'questionably-made' originates from the English word 'questionable,' which comes from the Latin word 'quaestionabilis,' where 'quaestio' meant 'question.'

Historical Evolution

'questionable' evolved from the Latin 'quaestionabilis' through Old French 'questionable,' eventually becoming the modern English word 'questionable.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'open to question or doubt,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

constructed or produced in a manner that raises doubts about its quality or authenticity.

The questionably-made product failed to meet the safety standards.

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Last updated: 2025/03/17 10:18