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question critically
[ˈkwɛs.tʃən ˈkrɪt.ɪ.kəl.i]
verb phrase
questionar criticamente
1.
to examine or challenge something with careful analysis and skepticism
Students should question critically the information presented in textbooks.
Os alunos devem questionar criticamente as informações apresentadas nos livros didáticos.
2.
to ask probing questions in order to evaluate the validity or truth of something
Good journalists question critically the statements made by politicians.
Bons jornalistas questionam criticamente as declarações feitas por políticos.
Synonyms
challenge
scrutinize
analyze critically
examine skeptically
probe
interrogate
Antonyms
accept uncritically
believe blindly
trust without question
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
questionar criticamente
standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
questionar criticamente
same usage as in Brazil; may also use 'pôr em causa criticamente'
Related Idioms & Phrases
think outside the box
play devil's advocate
read between the lines
take with a grain of salt
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