Definition

A person who is being questioned or examined, especially in a formal or official setting.

Example

The interrogatee remained calm during the questioning.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new crime documentary on TV?

Yeah, I saw it! The part where they interviewed the interrogatee was really intense.

I can't believe how calm the interrogatee was during the questioning.

Right? It’s fascinating to see how different people react under pressure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interrogatee is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "rogare" (meaning to ask). The term refers to a person who is being asked questions, typically in a formal or legal context, thus indicating someone caught in the act of questioning between the interrogator and themselves.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being 'asked' ('rogare') questions 'between' ('inter-') the interrogator and themselves — that's what an interrogatee is.

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