ques·tion
ˈkwes-chən 
ˈkwesh-
1
a(1)
: an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge
(2)
: an interrogative sentence or clause
c(1)
: a subject or point of debate or a proposition to be voted on in a meeting
(2)
: the bringing of such to a vote
d
: the specific point at issue
2
a
: an act or instance of asking : inquiry
b
: interrogation
also
: a judicial or official investigation
c
: torture as part of an examination
(2)
: room for doubt or objection
little question of his skill
(3)
: chance, possibility
no question of escape
questioned; questioning; questions
1
: to ask a question of or about
2
: to interrogate intensively : cross-examine
questioner
noun
Synonyms
Examples of question in a Sentence
Noun
Can I ask you a personal question?
I don't understand the question.
Are there any more questions?
In answer to your question, our next meeting will be on Friday.
The essay questions on the test were easy.
There are 10 multiple-choice questions on the exam.
The exam included several questions on current events.
The question arose as to who would be responsible for caring for our grandmother.
I expected him to ask where I worked, but the question never came up.
The key question in solving the mystery is, how did the murderer enter the house?
Verb
The reporter questioned her at length on her life as the First Lady.
The witness was questioned by the defense.
I could tell that she was questioning my decision.
He began to question his ability to do the job.
I trusted him and I never questioned what he told me.
The lawyer questioned the truth of the witness's statement.
He began to question whether the things she had said were really true.
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Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Mango said having someone to go to who wasn't a higher-ranking official in the class to ask simple questions about station etiquette or what to pack made his transition easier and better prepared for life at the station.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Tonya Evans, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Add in the mixed bag of fan feedback, and even the most secure person can question themselves.
—Lindy Segal, Allure, 21 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Send tips or questions to austin.corona@arizonarepublic.com.
—Austin Corona, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Mango said having someone to go to who wasn't a higher-ranking official in the class to ask simple questions about station etiquette or what to pack made his transition easier and better prepared for life at the station.
—Fernanda Figueroa, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Verb
Critics have questioned whether introducing bitcoin into government holdings would expose the economy to unnecessary risk and divert resources from more stable investments.
—Tonya Evans, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Add in the mixed bag of fan feedback, and even the most secure person can question themselves.
—Lindy Segal, Allure, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Question.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/question. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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question
1 of 2 noun
ques·tion
ˈkwes-chən
ˈkwesh-
1
a
: something asked
try to make your questions brief
b
: a topic to be talked or argued about
arms control and other questions of the day
c
: a suggestion to be voted on
put the question to the members
2
a
: an act or instance of asking : inquiry
b
: objection sense 1
obey without question
c
: possibility sense 1
no question of escape
question
2 of 2 verb1
: to ask questions of or about
2
: to doubt the correctness of
question the decision
3
: to look at or consider carefully : examine
questioner
noun
Legal Definition
question
noun
ques·tion
1
: a particular query directed to a witness compare interrogatory
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hypothetical question
\
ˌhī-pə-ˈthe-ti-kəl-
\
: a question directed to an expert witness (as a physician) that is based on the existence of facts offered in evidence and the answer to which is an opinion to be considered in light of the evidence
Note: Modern rules of evidence have lessened the need for a hypothetical question setting forth all of the facts to be assumed in answering the question. An expert witness may state an opinion based on data or facts considered reliable in his or her field even if not already disclosed or not admissible as evidence.
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leading question
: a question so framed or presented as to suggest a particular answer
leading questions should not be used on the direct examination of a witness except as may be necessary to develop the witness' testimony—Federal Rules of Evidence Rule 611(c)
Federal Rules of Evidence Rule 611(c)
Note: Leading questions are permitted in cross-examination and in direct examination of an adverse witness or one who is a child or has a communication disorder.
2
: a particular matter or issue that is in dispute, uncertain, or to be inquired into
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certified question
: a question of state law that may determine the outcome of a case pending in a federal court and that is submitted by the federal court to the state's highest court when there is no controlling state precedent
: a question of law submitted to a federal or state court by a lower court or tribunal
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federal question
: a question that falls under the jurisdiction of a federal court because it requires a resolution of the construction or application of federal law see also federal question jurisdiction at jurisdiction
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political question
: a question that the court declines to consider because it involves a political matter that is not justiciable without infringing on the powers of the executive or legislative branch or is not accompanied by guiding policy or discoverable and manageable standards for resolving it see also political question doctrine
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question of fact
: a question that depends on an examination of factual matters, is usually decided by a jury, and is usually not considered on appeal
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question of law
: a question that depends on an examination of law rather than fact, is decided by a judge rather than by a jury, and may be examined on appeal
3
: a proposition submitted to a vote (as in a referendum)
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