interrogation

/ɪnˌtɛrəˈɡeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act of questioning someone, especially in a formal or aggressive way to get information.
    • The police brought the suspect in for interrogation.
    • After hours of interrogation, the witness finally told the truth.
    • The spy refused to answer any questions during the interrogation.
  2. A question or series of questions, often implying doubt or challenge.
    • I faced a friendly interrogation from my family about my new job.
    • Her constant interrogation of my motives made me uncomfortable.
    • The journalist's interrogation of the politician was sharp and direct.
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