疑義
Meanings
1
Formal term for a point of doubt or an objection about the correctness, interpretation, or validity of something. Often used in legal, academic, or official contexts.
There is a question about the interpretation of that clause.
Some experts raise doubts about the content of the report.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉に疑義を呈するto raise a doubt or objection about something
Experts raised doubts about the survey results.
- 〈事〉に疑義があるthere is doubt or a question about something
There is a question about how this contract should be interpreted.
- 〈事〉に疑義を抱くto harbor a doubt about something
He harbored doubts about the legitimacy of the decision.
- 疑義を解消するto resolve a doubt or point of contention
The additional explanation resolved the doubts.