questionee

/ˈkwes.ti.ɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is asked a question, especially one who is being interrogated in a formal or official capacity.

“The questionee remained calm under intense cross-examination.”

2. noun

One who is questioned or inquired about something, especially in a formal or official setting.

“The suspect was a questionee in the police investigation.”

Synonyms

  • inquiry subject
  • interrogatee

Antonyms

  • interrogator
  • questioner