Question — synonyms, question antonyms, definition

1. question (Noun)

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question (Noun) — A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply. ex. "he asked a direct question"

question (Noun) — An instance of questioning. ex. "there was a question about my training"

question (Noun) — The subject matter at issue. ex. "the question of disease merits serious discussion"

question (Noun) — Uncertainty about the truth, factuality or existence of something. ex. "there is no question about the validity of the enterprise"

question (Noun) — A formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote. ex. "she called for the question"

question (Noun) — An informal reference to a marriage proposal. ex. "he was ready to pop the question"

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2. question (Verb)

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question (Verb) — Challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of. ex. "We must question your judgment in this matter"

question (Verb) — Pose a series of questions to. ex. "The suspect was questioned by the police" ex. "We questioned the survivor about the details of the explosion"

question (Verb) — Pose a question.

question (Verb) — Conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting.

question (Verb) — Place in doubt or express doubtful speculation. ex. "I question whether this was the right thing to do"

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