Definition

A person who asks questions or seeks information.

Example

The inquirer was eager to learn more about the topic.

Conversation

I noticed that you were speaking with an inquirer at the event yesterday.

Yeah, they were asking some really interesting questions about our project.

What kind of things did the inquirer want to know?

Mostly about our goals and how we plan to achieve them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inquirer → It is formed from "inquire" (from Old French *enquerre*, meaning to seek or ask) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An inquirer is a person who seeks information or asks questions.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'asking' ('inquire') for information — the '-er' just means a person. An inquirer is someone who seeks answers.

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