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UK//ɪnˈtɛrəˌɡeɪtɪd//US//ɪnˈtɛrəˌɡeɪtɪd//

Meaning of Interrogated

To question someone intensely, often in a police setting.

In simple words: Questioned closely by someone, usually a police officer.

Interrogated in a sentence

  • The suspect was deeply interrogated for hours.
  • Witnesses were interrogated about the event.
  • Her interrogation lasted through the night.
  • They interrogated him until he admitted the truth.
  • He faced hard interrogations from the police.

How to use Interrogated

Typically used in law enforcement contexts, may not be suitable for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

interrogate + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'in-terrogate' — think of someone in a room asking lots of tough questions.

Related words

Collocations with Interrogated

  • intensely interrogated
  • irregular interrogation
  • interrogated by police

Synonyms for Interrogated

  • questioned
  • grilled
  • examined
  • cross-examined
  • quizzed

Opposites of Interrogated

  • defended
  • released

Common mistakes with Interrogated

  • Confusing with 'interviewed' – interrogations are more intense.
  • Using in a casual context – not normally used for non-serious questioning.
  • Mispronouncing the word – stress on the second syllable.

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Frequently asked questions about Interrogated

What does Interrogated mean?

Questioned closely by someone, usually a police officer.

What is the definition of Interrogated?

To question someone intensely, often in a police setting.

How do you use Interrogated in a sentence?

The suspect was deeply interrogated for hours.

Can you give another example of Interrogated?

Witnesses were interrogated about the event.

What are synonyms for Interrogated?

Common alternatives include questioned, grilled, examined, cross-examined, quizzed.

What is the opposite of Interrogated?

Opposite meanings include defended, released.

What words go with Interrogated?

It commonly pairs with intensely interrogated, irregular interrogation, interrogated by police.

What are common mistakes when using Interrogated?

Confusing with 'interviewed' – interrogations are more intense. Using in a casual context – not normally used for non-serious questioning. Mispronouncing the word – stress on the second syllable.

How do you pronounce Interrogated?

US: //ɪnˈtɛrəˌɡeɪtɪd//, UK: //ɪnˈtɛrəˌɡeɪtɪd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Interrogated?

Typically used in law enforcement contexts, may not be suitable for casual conversations.