Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unanswerable question
phrase
/ʌnˈænsərəbəl ˈkwɛsʧən/
Definition
A question that cannot be answered, often because it lacks a definitive answer or is based on subjective interpretation.
Examples
- Many philosophical discussions revolve around unanswerable questions.
- One example of an unanswerable question is ‘What is the meaning of life?’
- In court, he posed an unanswerable question that left the jury puzzled.
Meaning
An unanswerable question is one that remains unanswered due to its nature or complexity. It often invites speculation or endless debate without reaching a consensus.
Synonyms
- Unresolvable inquiry
- Unsolvable question
- Impossible question
