Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkwɪzɪtər/
noun An official who is in charge of inquiring into accusations of heresy, witchcraft, or other offenses against the church.
A1 The inquisitor asked many questions to find out the truth.
A2 The inquisitor carefully examined the evidence before making a decision.
B1 The inquisitor's job is to investigate and gather information to solve the case.
B2 The inquisitor's interrogation techniques were both thorough and intimidating.
C1 The inquisitor was known for his relentless pursuit of justice, no matter the cost.
C2 The inquisitor's reputation for uncovering the truth was unmatched in the kingdom.
formal The inquisitor asked the witness a series of probing questions during the interrogation.
informal The inquisitor grilled the suspect for hours trying to get a confession.
slang The inquisitor was really digging for dirt on that guy.
figurative She was like an inquisitor, uncovering every detail of the scandal.
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