interrogate — to ask someone a lot of questions for a long time in order to get information, sometimes using threats
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to ask someone a lot of questions for a long time in order to get information, sometimes using threats
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈterəɡeɪt/
Korean meaning: 심문하다, 신문하다, 취조하다
Korean pronunciation: 인**테**러게이트
Example Sentences
- The spy was interrogated by three different agencies, but he only revealed his favorite pizza topping.
- My mom interrogated me about where I'd been, like I was a criminal instead of just being late for dinner.
- The journalist interrogated the politician about the scandal.
interrogate
VERB//ɪnˈterəɡeɪt//
to ask someone a lot of questions for a long time in order to get information, sometimes using threats
a stern detective leans forward across the table pointing directly at a nervous suspect. The detective's mouth is open mid-question while holding a thick folder of evidence. The suspect sits back in their chair with sweat drops on their forehead and hands fidgeting. Papers are scattered on the table between them showing the long investigation process. Another officer stands in the background taking notes and observing the intense questioning. The suspect's worried expression shows they're being pressed hard for answers. someone being asked many questions persistently to get information
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Origin
From Latin 'interrogatus', meaning 'to ask between or among'. The idea is of questioning someone thoroughly by asking from multiple angles.
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“The spy was interrogated by three different agencies, but he only revealed his favorite pizza topping.”
“My mom interrogated me about where I'd been, like I was a criminal instead of just being late for dinner.”
“The journalist interrogated the politician about the scandal.”
“She felt like her friends were interrogating her about her new boyfriend.”
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