adjective
- relating to or having the nature of an inquisition; characterized by harsh or intensive questioning
- relating to a legal system where the judge actively investigates the facts of a case
Usage: legal
Examples
- The detective’s inquisitorial approach made the suspect uncomfortable.
- She faced an inquisitorial panel of judges during her defense.
- The reporter’s inquisitorial style of interviewing revealed many hidden facts.
- France uses an inquisitorial legal system rather than an adversarial one.
- His inquisitorial manner of questioning students created tension in the classroom.
- The committee conducted an inquisitorial review of the company’s practices.