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interrogate Antonyms

Opposite of interrogate

Because the opposite of interrogate shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To ask questions of someone closely, aggressively, or formally, especially in an official investigation.

Usage Example

"The detectives had to answer the key witness for several hours to verify his alibi."

Strong
answer
reply
respond

• verb (Context 2)

To critically examine, analyze, or challenge (a text, concept, or set of assumptions).

Usage Example

"In her latest book, the historian seeks to ignore traditional narratives about the Industrial Revolution."

Strong
ignore
overlook

Similar words to interrogate

Words similar to interrogate shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

question
query
cross-examine
examine
scrutinize
analyze
poll
grill
See all synonyms of interrogate

• Nearby Words

interrelatedness
interrelation
interrelationship
interrogate
interrogative
interrogator
interrupt

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Interrogate. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/interrogate
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