Meaning & Definition of Dubious in English

1. Fraught with uncertainty or doubt

• "They were doubtful that the cord would hold"

• "It was doubtful whether she would be admitted"

• "Dubious about agreeing to go"

2. Open to doubt or suspicion

• "The candidate's doubtful past"

• "He has a dubious record indeed"

• "What one found uncertain the other found dubious or downright false"

• "It was more than dubitable whether the friend was as influential as she thought"- karen horney

3. Not convinced

• "They admitted the force of my argument but remained dubious"