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How to pronounce questionable

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KʰWEHSchuhnuhbl

/ˈkʰwɛs.ʧə.nə.bl̩/

4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

not certain, true, or acceptable because there are reasons to doubt it

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Meanings & examples

adjective

not certain, true, or acceptable because there are reasons to doubt it

The report contains questionable evidence.

It is questionable whether the plan will work.

Common phrases & grammar

questionable evidence · questionable claim · questionable decision · questionable results

questionable + noun

It is questionable whether + clause

adjective

not clearly honest, fair, or morally acceptable

The company used questionable business practices.

His questionable behavior made people uncomfortable.

Common phrases & grammar

questionable behavior · questionable practices · questionable ethics

questionable + noun

something is questionable

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