arguable

adjective

That can be argued; that can be proven or strongly supported with sound logical deduction, precedent, and evidence.

(colloquial) Open to doubt, argument or debate.

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Synonyms for arguable

debatableadj disputableadj mootadj controvertibleadj contestableadj doubtableadj dubitableadj refutableadj questionableadj controversialadj

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