questionable

[kwes-chuh-nuh-buhl] / ˈkwɛs tʃə nə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

doubtful, uncertain

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous arguable controversial debatable dubious problematic suspicious unproven vague

WEAK

apocryphal contingent controvertible cryptic disputable dubitable enigmatic equivocal fishy hard to believe hypothetical iffy indecisive indefinite indeterminate moot mysterious obscure occult open to doubt open to question oracular paradoxical problematical provisional shady suspect unconfirmed undefined under advisement under examination unreliable unsettled

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certain clear definite incontrovertible indubious sure trustworthy trusty undoubted unquestionable

WEAK

indisputable proven

Example Sentences

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“A prompt reopening of the Strait of Hormuz remains questionable as will the volume of tanker traffic capable of proceeding through the strait in the coming weeks.”

From The Wall Street Journal

You may be more reluctant to challenge sharp practices or questionable decisions if your financial adviser is also your friend.

From MarketWatch

James, Doncic and guard Austin Reaves were all questionable to play in their second game in as many nights.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s questionable the impact the waiver will have for gas prices, but at least it’s playing well on the optics. If the macro-picture does not improve soon, more will have to be done.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The Bulls’ chances might be even better than Ezekowitz’s numbers indicate—Louisville’s top player, Mikel Brown, is now questionable to play with an injury.

From The Wall Street Journal

questionable

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