noun
- a person who asks questions in a formal or systematic way, especially to obtain information
- a person who questions suspects or prisoners, especially in law enforcement or military contexts
Usage: law enforcement; military
Examples
- The police interrogator asked detailed questions about the suspect’s whereabouts.
- She worked as a skilled interrogator for the intelligence agency.
- The interrogator’s calm demeanor helped put witnesses at ease.
- Military interrogators are trained in various questioning techniques.
- The suspect remained silent despite the interrogator’s persistent questions.
- An experienced interrogator knows how to read body language and verbal cues.