Question - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈkwestʃən|  American pronunciation of the word question
Brit.  |ˈkwestʃ(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word question

noun

- an instance of questioning (syn: enquiry, inquiry, interrogation, query)
there was a question about my training
- the subject matter at issue (syn: head)
the question of disease merits serious discussion
- a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply (syn: interrogation, interrogative)
he asked a direct question
- uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something (syn: doubt, doubtfulness)
there is no question about the validity of the enterprise
- a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote (syn: motion)
she called for the question
- an informal reference to a marriage proposal
he was ready to pop the question

verb

- challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of (syn: oppugn)
We must question your judgment in this matter
- pose a series of questions to (syn: interrogate)
The suspect was questioned by the police
We questioned the survivor about the details of the explosion
- pose a question (syn: query)
- conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting (syn: interview)
- place in doubt or express doubtful speculation (syn: wonder)

Extra examples

Can I ask you a personal question?

I don't understand the question.

Are there any more questions?

In answer to your question, our next meeting will be on Friday.

The essay questions on the test were easy.

There are 10 multiple-choice questions on the exam.

The exam included several questions on current events.

The question arose as to who would be responsible for caring for our grandmother.

I expected him to ask where I worked, but the question never came up.

The key question in solving the mystery is, how did the murderer enter the house?

The reporter questioned her at length on her life as the First Lady.

The witness was questioned by the defense.

I could tell that she was questioning my decision.

He began to question his ability to do the job.

I trusted him and I never questioned what he told me.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: question
he/she/it: questions
present participle: questioning
past tense: questioned
past participle: questioned
noun
singular: question
plural: questions
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