adjective 1. having or showing doubt; skeptical.We were dubious about our chances of winning. 2. causing doubt; creating uncertainty.The researcher’s claims seemed rather dubious as they were supported by little evidence. See…

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adjective openly apparent; not concealed. (Cf. covert.)Overt discrimination was the norm in southern states at that time; discrimination in the north was more subtle.Sanctions have not been imposed despite the nation’s overt…

transitive verb to perceive differences or distinctions between.Some people cannot differentiate blue and green.For the exam in music, we had to differentiate the styles of various composers. intransitive verb to observe or…

transitive verb to give forth or produce (a product, result, or quantity).The business yielded huge profits that year.This bread recipe yields two loaves. intransitive verb to be productive; furnish results.There is no…