Meaning of the word dubiously in English
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dubiously
US /ˈduː.bi.əs.li/
UK /ˈdʒuː.bi.əs.li/
Adverb
1.
in a doubtful or uncertain manner
Example:
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He looked at the strange package dubiously.
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She answered his question dubiously, unsure of the truth.
2.
in a way that suggests something is not likely to be true or good
Example:
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The politician's promises were dubiously received by the public.
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His claim to have invented the device was dubiously regarded.