Dubious and Pious

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Dubious adjective - Giving good reason for being doubted, questioned, or challenged.

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Pious is an antonym for dubious.

Nearby Words: dubiety, dubiousness, dubiously

Pious adjective - Firm in one's allegiance to someone or something.

Usage example: a pious supporter of his school's athletic teams, during winning and losing seasons alike

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Dubious is an antonym for pious.

Nearby Words: piety, piousness, piously

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