Debatable

usgb/dɪˈbeɪtəbl/
adjective

Something that is not settled and people have different views about it.

Whether this old painting is an authentic is highly debatable.
Visual representation of "debatable" - Something that is not settled and people have different views about it

Often appears as...

  • highly debatable
  • somewhat debatable
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Expressing Doubt

Use 'debatable' when you want to express doubt about a commonly accepted idea or fact.

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The necessity of homework in learning new material is debatable.
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Caution in Agreement

Insert 'debatable' to gently disagree or show you're not fully convinced.

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Your point is debatable, but I see where you're coming from.
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Conversation Starter

Spark discussions by labeling a topic as debatable to invite different viewpoints.

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Is climate change the most pressing issue of our time? That's debatable.
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