Meaning & Definition of word "Question"

Question

/ˈkwes.chən/

1. A sentence or phrase used to find out information.
- Example: The teacher posed a challenging question to the class.
2. A matter or topic that is being discussed or considered.
- Example: The question of climate change is increasingly urgent.
3. A problem or issue that needs to be answered or resolved.
- Example: The committee is tackling the question of budget cuts.

1. To ask someone a question.
- Example: I need to question him about his whereabouts last night.
2. To challenge the accuracy or truth of something.
- Example: She didn't hesitate to question the validity of the research findings.

From Latin 'quaestio', from 'quaerere' meaning 'to seek'.

million dollar question:

An important or critical question.

no question:

Without a doubt or certainly.

to question someone's motives:

To doubt or scrutinize the reasons behind someone's actions.

inquisitive:

Eager for knowledge; curious.

interrogate:

To ask questions in a thorough and aggressive manner.

query:

A question or inquiry, especially in the context of a database search.

Meaning: Q

Example Sentence: I've got a Q for you concerning that report.

Meaning: What’s the deal?

Example Sentence: Hey, what’s the deal with that question you had?