interrogation
/ɪnˌtɛrəˈɡeɪʃən/
noun
- 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.
- 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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