| Main Entry: | cross-examine |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | interrogating an opposing witness |
Synonyms: |
ask pointed questions, catechize, check, cross-question, debrief, examine, give the third degree, go over with a fine-tooth comb, grill, inquire, interrogate, investigate, pump, put on the hotseat, put the screws to, question, quiz, scrutinize, sweat, third-degree |
| Main Entry: | interrogate |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | ask pointed questions |
Synonyms: |
catechize, cross-examine, cross-question, examine, give the third degree, go over, grill, inquire, investigate, pump, put the screws to, put through the wringer, query, question, quiz, roast, sweat out, work over |
| Notes: | question means to challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of; interrogate means to examine closely, aggressively, or formally by posing a series of questions to |
Antonyms: |
answer, reply |