question

/kwˈɛst‍ʃən/

/ˈkwɛstʃən/, /ˈkwɛʃən/

[noun] [verb]

Question

[NOUN]

a sentence, phrase, or word, used to ask for information or to test someone’s knowledge

synonyms : interrogation

interrogative

interrogative sentence

an instance of questioning

synonyms : enquiry

inquiry

interrogation

query

antonyms : answer

the subject matter at issue

synonyms : head

uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something

synonyms : doubt

doubtfulness

dubiousness

a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote

synonyms : motion

an informal reference to a marriage proposal

to question

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to have or express uncertainty about something

synonyms : call into question

oppugn

to officially ask someone a series of questions about something

synonyms : interrogate

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

synonyms : interview

furnished with or supported by documents

antonyms : undocumented

pose a question

synonyms : query

place in doubt or express doubtful speculation

synonyms : wonder

Examples

1. The question requires critical thinking and analysis.

2. The quiz consisted of multiple-choice questions.

3. The waiter patiently answered our questions about the ingredients in the dish.

4. The book raises many important questions.

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