What is dubious? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of dubious

dubiousadjective

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/ˈdjuːbiəs//ˈduːbiəs/

Where does the word dubious come from?

The word "dubious" comes from the Middle English word "dubious" which in turn comes from the Latin word "dubius" meaning "uncertain" or "doubtful." In Latin, the word "dubius" referred to something that is uncertain or doubtful. In Middle English, the word "dubious" was used to refer to something that is uncertain or doubtful, following the Latin usage. The word "dubious" was derived from the Middle English word "dubious" and ultimately from the Latin word "dubius." Over time, the meaning of "dubious" evolved to include any state or condition that is uncertain, doubtful, or questionable, especially when it is not expected, particularly in the context of beliefs, opinions, or arguments matters. It came to describe any state or condition that is uncertain, doubtful, or questionable in a specific context or situation, particularly in the context of beliefs, opinions, or arguments matters. Today, "dubious" is still used to describe any state or condition that is uncertain, doubtful, or questionable, especially when it is not expected, particularly in the context of beliefs, opinions, or arguments matters. In summary, the word "dubious" originated in Latin from the word "dubius," which means "uncertain" or "doubtful." Its original meaning referred to something that is uncertain or doubtful, but its meaning has since remained consistent to describe any state or condition that is uncertain, doubtful, or questionable, especially when it is not expected, particularly in the context of beliefs, opinions, or arguments matters.

Vocabulary summary dubious

typeadjective

meaningvague, ambiguous, transparent, unclear

examplea dubious light

examplea dubious answer

meaningsuspicious, unreliable; uncertain, doubtful

examplea dubious transaction

examplea dubious friend: an unreliable friend

examplea dubious scheme

meaningdoubt, suspicion; hesitation, hesitation

Example of vocabulary dubiousnamespace

meaning

not certain about something and suspecting that something may be wrong; not knowing whether something is good or bad

  • I was rather dubious about the whole idea.
  • Kate looked dubious, but did as she was asked.
meaning

probably not honest

  • They indulged in some highly dubious business practices to obtain their current position in the market.
  • The man who sold it to him was known to be of dubious character.
meaning

that you cannot be sure about; that is probably not good

  • They consider the plan to be of dubious benefit to most families.
  • The town has the dubious honour of having the highest burglary rate in England (= it is not really an honour).

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