January 11, 2026

dubious

/ˈdjuːbi.əs/adjective

Causing doubt; seeming unlikely to be true or honest.

Example sentences

“The website was full of dubious health advice with no sources.”
“I'm a bit dubious about his excuse for missing the meeting.”

Works two ways: a dubious claim invites doubt, while a person who is dubious feels it. 'Dubious honor' is an ironic set phrase.

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