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   Ques·tion

   /ˈkwesCH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. a sentence worded or expressed so as to elicit information: "we hope this leaflet has been helpful in answering your questions" Similar inquiryqueryinterrogationexaminationinformal:quizquizzingOpposite answerresponse
   • ▪ a doubt about the truth or validity of something: "there is no question that America faces the threat of Balkanization" Similar doubtdisputeargumentdebateuncertaintydubiousnesscontroversyreservationrare:dubietyOpposite certainty
   • ▪ the raising of a doubt about or objection to something: "Edward was the only one she obeyed without question"
   • ▪ a matter forming the basis of a problem requiring resolution: "we have kept an eye on the question of political authority"
   • ▪ a matter or concern depending on or involving a specified condition or thing: "it was not simply a question of age and hierarchy" Similar issuematterbusinessproblempoint at issuepointconcernsubjecttopicthemeitemcaseproposalpropositiondebateargumentdisputebone of contentioncontroversy

   verb

   • 1. ask questions of (someone), especially in an official context: "four men were being questioned about the killings" Similar interrogateask questions ofput questions tocross-examinecross-questionquizprobecanvasscatechizeinterviewdebriefsound outexaminegive the third degree toinformal:grillpump
   • ▪ feel or express doubt about; raise objections to: "members had questioned the cost of the scheme" Similar querycall in/into questiondoubtraise/entertain doubts aboutthrow doubt onhave/harbor/express suspicions aboutsuspectfeel uneasy abouthave/harbor/express reservations aboutchallengedisputecast aspersions onobject toraise objections to

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French question (noun), questionner (verb), from Latin quaestio(n-), from quaerere ‘ask, seek’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. questionless adjective

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2. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › question_1question noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   noun. /ˈkwɛstʃən/ [countable] a sentence, phrase, or word that asks for information to ask/answer a question The question is, how much are they going to pay you? (formal) The question arises as to whether or not he knew of the situation.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › questionquestion | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   A1. a sentence or phrase that asks you for information: Is it OK if I ask you a few questions? He refused to answer my question. If you have any questions about the scheme, do ask me. "So where's the money coming from?" "That's a good question" (= I do not know). More examplesFewer examples. He seemed a little perplexed by the question.

4. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › question_2question verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

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   Check pronunciation: question. Definition of question verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › grammar › british-grammarQuestions - Grammar - Cambridge Dictionary

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   A question is anything we write or say which requires a response. In writing, questions are usually followed by a question mark: A: Where do you live? B: Near the station, number 41 Station Road, to be exact. A: Would anyone like to go for lunch now? B: Yeah, me for sure. C: Me too.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › questionquestion | definition in the Cambridge Essential American ...

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   Definition of question in Essential American English Dictionary. question. noun. us / ˈkwes·tʃən/ A1. a sentence or phrase that asks you for information: Is it okay if I ask you a few questions? He refused to answer my question. A2. on a test or exam, a problem that tests a person’s knowledge or ability: Answer as many questions as you can.

7. ell.stackexchange.com › questions › 142499meaning in context - What is "a defining question"? - English ...

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   1 Answer. Sorted by: 0. This phrase is used to identify the key issue or component needed to understand a larger issue. It is the question that needs to be answered before any real knowledge, in a specific area, can be achieved. Though, what is or is not a key issue is often overstated.

8. guides.library.duke.edu › lit-reviews › define1. Define your research question - Literature Reviews ...

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   Apr 3, 2024 · 1. Define your research question. Literature Reviews. An overview of conducting literature reviews in the social sciences and STEM fields. Define topic. Identifying a well-defined research question is the first step in the literature review process. For undergraduates, professors will often assign a broad topic for a literature review assignment.