Dubious
Doubtful or questionable; not to be trusted or believed without further evidence; suspicious in nature or origin.
adjectiveDubious
Doubtful or questionable; not to be trusted or believed without further evidence; suspicious in nature or origin.
adjectiveImagine This
Imagine a politician promising a flawless plan, but a skeptical crowd murmurs as they notice inconsistencies in the details; the crowd remains dubious about the claim.
Sounds Like
DOO-bee-uhs (sounds like a word built from 'doubt' and the suffix -ous).
Looks Like
Rooted in doubt; visually and conceptually linked to the word 'doubt'.
Remember This
Dubious shares its root with doubt; it often implies a need for skepticism or verification, especially for claims, sources, or outcomes.
Other Forms
Connect With
doubtful, questionable, suspicious, uncertain, unreliable
Note
Use dubious for questionable credibility or truthfulness. It often carries a negative nuance and can describe claims, sources, or honors (e.g., a dubious distinction). Do not confuse with 'doubtful' when context is neutral rather than suspicious.