1. to question formally or officially, especially in a legislative body
Usage: formal; political
2. to interrupt someone while they are speaking in order to question or challenge them
Usage: formal

Examples

• The opposition party decided to interpellate the minister about the budget cuts.
• Members of parliament have the right to interpellate government officials.
• The senator was interpellated during his speech about healthcare reform.
• She interpellated the speaker to ask for clarification on the new policy.
• The committee chair allowed members to interpellate witnesses during the hearing.
• Opposition leaders frequently interpellate the prime minister during question time.