interrogative
UK/.intә'rɒgәtiv/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Relating to or having the form of a question.
疑问的；表示询问的
n.
A word or sentence used to ask a question, such as 'who', 'what', or 'why'.
疑问词；疑问句
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedinterrogatother
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ivetending to, having the nature of
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Example Sentences
- 1.
In English grammar, interrogative words like 'who' and 'where' initiate questions.
- 2.
The journalist's interrogative tone signaled skepticism about the politician's explanation.
- 3.
Interrogative sentences require specific word order and punctuation conventions across different languages.