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Definition dubious in British English

dubious adjective

adjective
/ˈdjuːbiəs/
1

not completely good, safe, or honest

Example

He had a dubious reputation in the business.

Example

The story seemed a bit dubious to me.

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2

not sure about the truth or quality of something, or whether you should do something

Example

I'm very dubious about his ability to do the job.

Example

We were dubious about signing the deal.

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3

used for saying that something is the opposite of the good thing you are describing it as

Example

I had the dubious pleasure of meeting him last night.

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Definition dubious in British English