question

ques-tion · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A sentence worded or expressed so as to elicit information.

  2. 2.

    A matter requiring resolution or discussion.

  3. 3.

    Doubt about something.

  4. 4.

    Ask questions of someone.

  5. 5.

    Express doubt about; challenge.

Forms

plural: questions

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    out of the question — Not possible; not worth considering.
  • •
    in question — Being considered or discussed.
  • •
    question mark — A punctuation mark; something uncertain.
  • •
    call into question — Cause to doubt.
  • •
    no question — Certainly; without doubt.
  • •
    beg the question — Raise a point that requires further discussion.
  • •
    pop the question — Propose marriage.

Related words

Antonyms: answer, reply
See also: answer, ask, doubt, inquiry
Synonyms: inquiry, issue, matter, query

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman French questiun, from Latin quaestio ("a seeking, inquiry"), from quaerere ("to seek, ask").