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interview Synonyms

Another word for interview

Choosing another word for interview depends on context, so the 22 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A formal meeting, either in person or conducted remotely, in which an applicant is asked questions to assess their suitability for a job, academic program, or position.

Usage Example

"She spent the entire weekend preparing for her upcoming job screening at the engineering firm."

Strong
screening
evaluation
Weak
assessment
audition

• verb (Context 2)

To question or evaluate a candidate formally in order to determine their qualifications and suitability for employment or admission.

Usage Example

"The hiring committee plans to screen five finalists for the director role next week."

Strong
screen
vet
evaluate
assess
Weak
examine
question

• noun (Context 3)

A structured conversation in which a journalist, researcher, or host asks questions of one or more individuals to obtain information, opinions, or personal stories for publication, broadcast, or analysis.

Usage Example

"The prime minister gave a candid television sit-down regarding the new economic policy."

Strong
sit-down
talk
conversation
Weak
dialogue
chat

• verb (Context 4)

To ask questions of a person in a formal conversation to gather statements, insights, or facts for a news report, broadcast, or research study.

Usage Example

"The historian traveled across the country to question witnesses of the landmark civil rights march."

Strong
question
query
quiz
Weak
poll
survey
debrief

• verb (Context 5)

To participate or answer questions as a candidate in a formal evaluation for a job or position.

Usage Example

"He interviewed for three different fellowships before accepting an offer in Boston."

Strong
apply
Weak
audition
try out

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Interview. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/interview
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