INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase interrogative sentence. (close relations)
Definition of INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE
Best Alternative Words for INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE
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interrogation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply • a transmission that will trigger an answering transmission from a transponder • formal systematic questioning • an instance of questioning | ||||||||
question | nounn | |||||||
noun • an instance of questioning • the subject matter at issue • a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply • uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something • a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote • an informal reference to a marriage proposal verb • challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of • pose a series of questions to • pose a question • conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting • place in doubt or express doubtful speculation | ||||||||
enquiry | nounn | |||||||
noun • an instance of questioning • a search for knowledge • a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest | ||||||||
inquiry | nounn | |||||||
noun • a search for knowledge • an instance of questioning • a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest | ||||||||
probe | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities • a flexible slender surgical instrument with a blunt end that is used to explore wounds or body cavities • an exploratory action or expedition • an investigation conducted using a flexible surgical instrument to explore an injury or a body cavity verb • question or examine thoroughly and closely • examine physically with or as if with a probe | ||||||||
query | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an instance of questioning verb • pose a question | ||||||||
interrogative | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • relating to verbs in the so-called interrogative mood • relating to the use of or having the nature of an interrogation noun • a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply • some linguists consider interrogative sentences to constitute a mood |