enquirer

/ˈɛnkwʌɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who inquires, especially a person who inquires into the affairs or business of another, often in an official capacity.

“The company’s chief executive officer was the chief enquirer of the company’s financial reports.”

2. noun

a person who asks questions or inquires about something, especially in an official or formal manner.

“The enquirer at the police station asked for information about the missing person.”

3. verb

to inquire into or ask questions about something.

“The detectives will enquire into the circumstances of the crime.”

Synonyms

  • inquirer
  • interrogator
  • questioner

Antonyms

  • declarer
  • informant