questionable
adjective
, ˈkwesh-, in rapid speech ˈkwesh-nə-\
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, ˈkwesh- , in rapid speech ˈkwesh-nə- \
adverb
Synonyms & Antonyms for questionable
Synonyms
debatable, disputable, dodgy [chiefly British], doubtable, doubtful, dubious, dubitable, equivocal, fishy, problematic (also problematical), queer, shady, shaky, suspect, suspicious
Antonyms
certain, hands-down, incontestable, indisputable, indubitable, questionless, sure, undeniable, undoubted, unproblematic, unquestionable
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The quality and ingredient sourcing of dietary supplements is often questionable at best. — The Good Housekeeping Institute, Good Housekeeping, "GH Tested: Persona Nutrition," 21 Aug. 2019 Even if the motives of the tech giants are questionable, the importance of technologies like 5G connectivity and artificial intelligence to the country’s competitive position isn’t lost on lawmakers. — Kevin Roose, New York Times, "The Phony Patriots of Silicon Valley," 12 Aug. 2019 Phoenix would seem to be trying to accelerate their rebuild, but this decision is questionable, given the way this draft seemed slated to fall. — Jeremy Cluff, azcentral, "NBA draft grades: Phoenix Suns' Cameron Johnson NBA draft pick blasted by pundits," 21 June 2019 The Warriors are pretty banged up with Klay Thompson questionable, Kevon Looney out with a broken collarbone and Kevin Durant not likely to play until Game 4 at the earliest. — cleveland.com, "The rap on Toronto vs. Golden State, Game 3 of 2019 NBA Finals: Crowquill," 5 June 2019 Voters should be electing politicians who decline get-rich invitations, who reject offers that might be legal but are highly questionable, who understand their purpose is to represent their constituents. — Kristen Mcqueary, chicagotribune.com, "Column: There’s only one way to clean up government in Illinois and City Hall," 3 June 2019 At this point, that leaves him likely to be listed as at least questionable, if not doubtful or out, when the Seahawks have to make a status declaration on Wednesday. — Bob Condotta, The Seattle Times, "Seahawks Tuesday injury report: K.J. Wright again out but Chris Carson and D.J. Fluker are full go," 13 Nov. 2018 Bledsoe is a strong defender and serious athlete, but his jumper is average at best, and his shot selection is questionable. — Josiah Turner, SI.com, "Six Non-Superstars Who Could Decide Next Season," 20 Aug. 2019 Midfielder Cristian Higuita continues to recover from his long-term hamstring injury, while defender João Moutinho is questionable after suffering a hamstring injury during the Lions’ Open Cup loss. — Julia Poe, Pro Soccer USA, "Orlando City heads to Toronto for crucial Eastern Conference matchup," 11 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'questionable.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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