debatable

adjective

Meaning

Open to discussion or argument; not yet decided.

Examples

The actual number of casualties in the war remains debatable.
His interpretation of the historical event is debatable and has been challenged by other scholars.

Synonyms: arguable, questionable, controversial, uncertain

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debatable

adjective

Pronunciation: /dɪˈbeɪtəbl/

Definition

Open to discussion or argument; not yet decided.

Examples

The actual number of casualties in the war remains debatable.
His interpretation of the historical event is debatable and has been challenged by other scholars.
Whether this new policy will be effective is still debatable.

How to Use debatable

debatable whether (prepositional phrase): Used to introduce a topic that is uncertain or can be argued about. — "It is debatable whether the benefits outweigh the risks."
debatable point (collocation): An issue or idea that is open to discussion and disagreement. — "The claim that social media improves mental health is a debatable point."

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