Synonyms for

Interrogator

Verb / ˌɪˈnterʌˌgeɪtɜ: / Another word for interrogator — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An interrogator is someone who asks questions, especially in an official or formal setting.

Synonyms & similar words

inquisitor questioner inquirer examiner interviewer cross-examiner prosecutor investigator detective inspector quizzer catechist examiner enquirer investigator prosecutor cross-questioner inquisitor querist examiner

Example sentences

  1. The interrogator asked the witness a series of questions to get to the truth.
  2. The police interrogator was trying to get a confession out of the suspect.
  3. The job of an interrogator is to find out information from a person or group of people.
  4. The interrogator was skilled at getting people to reveal their secrets.
  5. The interrogator used a variety of techniques to get the information he needed.

Quotes

  • "An interrogator must be able to talk to anybody, anywhere, anytime." - Bob Baer
  • "The interrogator must have a flexible, fluid, and adaptable approach to the questioning of sources." - Paul Redmond
  • "The purpose of the interrogator is to lead his source to a certain goal." - Robert J. Lifton

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