inquisitory

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Adjective inquisitory has 1 sense

inquisitory, probing, searching - diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation; "a probing inquiry"; "a searching investigation of their past dealings"
Antonyms: uninquiring, uninquisitive (indirect, via inquiring)

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Inquisitory

Part of Speech: Adjective

Senses:

Relating to or characteristic of an inquisition; questioning or investigating.
Curious or inquiring in nature; showing a strong desire to learn or know.

Usage:

1. He had an inquisitory look on his face as he interrogated the suspect.

2. The inquisitory nature of the journalist led them to uncover the truth behind the scandal.

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