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- [in-ter-uh-geyt]
- /ɪnˈtɛr əˌgeɪt/
- /ɪnˈter.ə.ɡeɪt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-ter-uh-geyt]
- /ɪnˈtɛr əˌgeɪt/
Definitions of interrogate word
- verb with object interrogate to ask questions of (a person), sometimes to seek answers or information that the person questioned considers personal or secret. 1
- verb with object interrogate to examine by questions; question formally: The police captain interrogated the suspect. 1
- verb without object interrogate to ask questions, especially formally or officially: the right to interrogate. 1
- noun interrogate Ask questions of (someone, especially a suspect or a prisoner) closely, aggressively, or formally. 1
- transitive verb interrogate question, examine 1
- intransitive verb interrogate question on sth 1
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Origin of interrogate
First appearance:
before 1475 One of the 25% oldest English words
1475-85; < Latin interrogātus past participle of interrogāre to question, examine, equivalent to inter- inter- + rogā(re) to ask + -tus past participle suffix
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Parts of speech for Interrogate
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interrogate popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
interrogate usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for interrogate
verb interrogate
- grill — a grating or openwork barrier, as for a gate, usually of metal and often of decorative design.
- investigate — to examine, study, or inquire into systematically; search or examine into the particulars of; examine in detail.
- query — a question; an inquiry.
- quiz — an informal test or examination of a student or class.
- inquire — to seek information by questioning; ask: to inquire about a person.
Antonyms for interrogate
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