moot

[muːt]

moot Definition

• 1. subject to debate, dispute, or uncertainty, and typically not admitting of a final decision
• 2. raise (a question or topic) for discussion; suggest (an idea or possibility)

Using moot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "moot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The issue of whether or not to legalize marijuana is still a moot point in many states.

• Example

  The proposal was mooted at the last board meeting.

• Example

  The question of who should lead the project is moot until we have more information.

moot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for moot

• debatable
• controversial
• disputable
• uncertain
• doubtful
• questionable
• arguable
• discussable

Antonyms for moot

• indisputable
• certain
• definite

Phrases with moot

• moot court

  a simulated court proceeding used to train law students or test legal theories

  Example

  The law school's moot court competition is highly competitive and prestigious.

• moot point

  a debatable question, an issue open to argument

  Example

  Whether or not to allow pets in the office is a moot point that has yet to be resolved.

• mooted question

  a question that has been raised for discussion or debate

  Example

  The mooted question of whether or not to expand the company's operations overseas has yet to be decided.

Origins of moot

from Old English 'gemōt', meaning 'a meeting'

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Summary: moot in Brief

As an adjective, 'moot' [muːt] means subject to debate, dispute, or uncertainty, while as a verb it means to raise a question or topic for discussion. It is often used to describe issues that are unresolved or open to interpretation, as in 'The issue of whether or not to legalize marijuana is still a moot point in many states.' 'Moot' can also refer to a simulated court proceeding or a debatable question, as in 'The law school's moot court competition is highly competitive and prestigious.'