Synonyms for

Question

Verb / ˈkwestʃʌn / / ˈkweʃʌn / Another word for question — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a sentence or phrase used to ask for information or to test someone's knowledge

Synonyms & similar words

head query doubt motion oppugn interrogate interview wonder interrogative enquiry interrogation callintoquestion interrogativesentence doubtfulness answer inquiry dubiousness inquiry query interrogation investigation inquisition quiz examination survey poll probe challenge problem mystery puzzle conundrum enigma riddle doubt uncertainty skepticism

Synonyms by register

Formal

inquiry interrogation query probe

Informal

what's up how's it going got a sec

Literary

interrogative enquiry

Antonyms

answer reply response solution resolution explanation

Common collocations

  • ask a question
  • answer the question
  • raise a question
  • question mark
  • question time
  • question of the day
  • question of fact

Word family

noun question
verb question
adjective questionable
adverb questioningly

Usage note

While 'question' can be used as a verb, be mindful of its often negative connotation of doubt or challenge. For simple requests for information, 'ask' or 'inquire' might be more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. I have a question for the teacher about our homework.
  2. The police officer asked the witness a series of questions.
  3. Can you help me solve this math question?
  4. I'm not sure of the answer to that question.
  5. The quiz has ten questions in it.

Quotes

  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.
  • The art and science of asking questions is the source of all knowledge.
  • The answer is in the question.

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