dubitable
Definition
- Adjective:
- Open to doubt or suspicion; questionable: Describes something that is not certain or reliable, and therefore can be doubted.
Usage
The adjective "dubitable" is a formal word used to express that something is not clearly true, real, or trustworthy. It suggests there is good reason to question or be skeptical about it. It is often used in academic, legal, or philosophical contexts.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The evidence presented in the case was highly dubitable. (The evidence was very questionable.)
- His claims of having a royal ancestry are entirely dubitable. (His claims are completely open to doubt.)
- The company's dubitable accounting practices attracted the attention of regulators. (The company's questionable practices drew regulatory scrutiny.)
Advanced Usage
- In philosophical argument: Used to describe a premise or assumption that is not self-evident and requires further proof.
- The philosopher dismissed the argument as based on dubitable foundations.
- As a predicate adjective: Often follows a linking verb like "seem," "appear," or "be."
- The entire premise of the theory seems dubitable.
Variants and Related Words
- Dubiously (adverb): In a doubtful or questionable manner.
- He looked at the offer dubiously.
- Indubitable (adjective): Impossible to doubt; unquestionable. (This is the direct antonym of "dubitable.")
- She has an indubitable talent for music.
Synonyms
- Doubtful: Uncertain or unsure.
- Questionable: Open to question; not obviously true or honest.
- Suspect: Not to be relied on or trusted; possibly dangerous or false.
- Uncertain: Not able to be relied on; not known or definite.
Antonyms
- Indubitable: Impossible to doubt.
- Certain: Known for sure; established beyond doubt.
- Unquestionable: Not able to be disputed or doubted.
Notes on Usage
"Dubitable" is a less common and more formal synonym for "doubtful" or "questionable." In everyday conversation, "doubtful" or "questionable" are more frequently used. "Dubitable" often implies a more intellectual or reasoned basis for doubt.
Adjective
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open to doubt or suspicion
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the candidate's doubtful past
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he has a dubious record indeed
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what one found uncertain the other found dubious or downright false
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it was more than dubitable whether the friend was as influential as she thought- Karen Horney
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