questions
noun · verb
Form of question , plural of question.
Simple meaning
A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkwɛstʃənz
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
noun
plural of question
A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply
plural of question
A worded or expressed sentence, phrase, or only a word on its own, which asks for information, a reply, or a response; an interrogative.
plural of question
A subject or topic for consideration or investigation.
plural of question
A doubt or challenge about the truth, accuracy, or validity of a matter.
verb
third-person singular of question
To ask a question or questions; inquire or seek to know; examine.
third-person singular of question
Pose a series of questions to
third-person singular of question
To ask questions of; to interrogate; to ask for information.
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This meaning: A sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply
Used this way, questions is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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