inquisitor
0 antonyms and opposites of inquisitor, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A person who questions someone harshly or relentlessly.
Etymology
From Latin inquisitor, from inquirere, "to inquire into."
Full origin of inquisitor →Frequently asked questions
What does “inquisitor” mean?
The word “inquisitor” means a person who questions someone harshly or relentlessly. In plain terms, someone who interrogates people, often harshly.
How do you pronounce “inquisitor”?
“Inquisitor” is pronounced ihn-KWIH-zih-tuh (/ɪnˈkwɪzɪtəː/ in IPA).
How do you use “inquisitor” in a sentence?
Here is “inquisitor” used in a sentence: “The lawyer became an inquisitor, firing question after question at the witness.”
What part of speech is “inquisitor”?
“Inquisitor” is a noun.
Where does the word “inquisitor” come from?
The word “inquisitor” comes from Latin. From Latin inquisitor, from inquirere, "to inquire into.".
How many meanings does “inquisitor” have?
“Inquisitor” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who questions someone harshly or relentlessly.