question mark

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkwɛstʃ(ə)n ˌmɑːk/
/ˈkwɛstʃ(ə)n ˌmɑɹk/
Noun
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

The punctuation mark "?", used at the end of a sentence to indicate a question.

Synonyms
eroteme interrogation mark interrogation point interrogative interrogative-point
2 Definition

A state of doubt or uncertainty.

Example Sentences
  • There’s a question mark over whether or not he’ll be fit for the next game.
3 Definition

An enigmatic, inscrutable, or mysterious person or thing; an enigma, a riddle.

Synonyms
mystery puzzle
4 Definition

Polygonia interrogationis, a North American nymphalid butterfly with a silver mark on the underside of its hindwing resembling a question mark (sense 1).