Synonyms for Interrogative
Definition of interrogative
- adjective
- relating to verbs in the so-called interrogative mood; "not all questions have an interrogative construction"
- relating to the use of or having the nature of an interrogation
- noun
- a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply; "he asked a direct question"; "he had trouble phrasing his interrogations"
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Writing tips for "interrogative"
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