questioning
1 antonym for questioning — opposites grouped by meaning.
Noun — The act of asking questions, especially formally, as in an investigation.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of asking questions, especially formally, as in an investigation.
“The police continued their questioning of the witness late into the evening.”
2. adj
Showing curiosity, doubt, or a desire to understand.
“The child's questioning nature meant she asked why about everything she saw.”
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How to use questioning
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
under questioning
questioning look
questioning mind
Etymology
From question + -ing.
Full origin of questioning →Frequently asked questions
What does “questioning” mean?
The word “questioning” means the act of asking questions, especially formally, as in an investigation. In plain terms, the act of asking questions, a curious or doubtful expression, or being unsure about one's identity.
How do you pronounce “questioning”?
“Questioning” is pronounced KWEHS-chuh-nihng (/ˈkwɛʃ.tə.nɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “questioning” in a sentence?
Here is “questioning” used in a sentence: “The suspect was taken in for questioning.”
What part of speech is “questioning”?
Depending on how it is used, “questioning” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “questioning” a common word?
“Questioning” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “questioning” have?
“Questioning” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of asking questions, especially formally, as in an investigation.
What is the difference between questioning and interrogation?
Questioning is the general act of asking questions, and it can be neutral or friendly as well as formal. Interrogation implies formal, sustained, and often aggressive questioning, typically of a suspect by police or officials, so it carries a much harsher tone.
