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dubious adj

Dubious means doubtful. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of dubious

  • doubtful
  • not to be relied on

Usage examples of dubious

The email promised a free car, but the offer looked dubious because it asked for her bank password.

He gave a dubious explanation for missing work, claiming three flat tires on the same morning.

Scientists were dubious about the claim until independent labs repeated the experiment.

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