Debatable

Pronunciation: /dɪˈbeɪtəbəl/

Definitions of debatable

adjective open to discussion or argument; not settled or decided

Example Sentences

A1 Whether pizza is the best food in the world is debatable.

A2 The importance of exercise for good health is debatable among scientists.

B1 The effectiveness of the new drug is debatable and requires further research.

B2 The impact of social media on mental health is a debatable topic among experts.

C1 The debatable nature of climate change calls for urgent action to address the issue.

C2 The debatable ethics of genetic engineering have sparked heated debates among scholars.

Examples of debatable in a Sentence

formal The issue of climate change is highly debatable among scientists.

informal Whether pineapple belongs on pizza is a debatable topic among friends.

slang His fashion choices are definitely debatable.

figurative The interpretation of the painting is debatable among art critics.

Grammatical Forms of debatable

• past tense: debated
• plural: debatables
• comparative: more debatable
• superlative: most debatable
• present tense: debate
• future tense: will debate
• perfect tense: have debated
• continuous tense: is debating
• singular: debatable
• positive degree: debatable
• infinitive: to debate
• gerund: debating
• participle: debated

Origin and Evolution of debatable

First Known Use: 1350 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'debatable' originated from the Old French word 'debatable' which means 'disputable' or 'open to discussion'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'debatable' has retained its meaning of being open to discussion or dispute, but has also come to encompass a broader range of topics and contexts in which opinions may differ.