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arguable Synonyms

Another word for arguable

Choosing another word for arguable depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Capable of being plausibly asserted, supported, or defended by reason and evidence.

Usage Example

"It is plausible that the invention of the printing press was the single greatest catalyst for modern literacy."

Strongest
plausible
tenable
defensible
Strong
supportable
justifiable
credible
reasonable

• adjective (Context 2)

Open to disagreement, doubt, or dispute; not certain or settled.

Usage Example

"Whether the new economic policy will actually reduce inflation in the short term remains highly debatable."

Strongest
debatable
disputable
questionable
contestable
Strong
moot
doubtful
controversial
dubious

Opposites of arguable

The opposite of arguable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

inarguable
indisputable
undeniable
untenable
indefensible
irrefutable
unquestionable
incontrovertible
See all opposites of arguable

• Nearby Words

argentina
argentine
argh
arguable
arguably
argue
arguer

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Arguable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/arguable
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