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Q: How does the verb 'query' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of query are ask , inquire , interrogate , and question . While all these words mean "to address a person in order to gain information," query implies a desire for authoritative information or confirmation. // queried a librarian about the book

Q: When might 'ask' be a better fit than 'query'?

In some situations, the words ask and query are roughly equivalent. However, ask implies no more than the putting of a question. // ask for directions

Q: When can 'inquire' be used instead of 'query'?

While in some cases nearly identical to query , inquire implies a searching for facts or for truth often specifically by asking questions. // began to inquire of friends and teachers what career she should pursue

Q: In what contexts can 'interrogate' take the place of 'query'?

The synonyms interrogate and query are sometimes interchangeable, but interrogate suggests formal or official systematic questioning. // the prosecutor interrogated the witness all day

Q: Where would 'question' be a reasonable alternative to 'query'?

The words question and query are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, question usually suggests the asking of series of questions. // questioned them about every detail of the trip

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(Entry 1 of 2)

1 a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something

readers will likely have a query or two about some of the more remarkable episodes in the memoir

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compunction,
niggle
[chiefly British],
qualm,
scruple,
tremor

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2 an act or instance of asking for information

please respond to my query at your earliest convenience

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interrogatory

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query

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Synonyms & Antonyms of query (Entry 2 of 2)

1 to demand proof of the truth or rightness of

it seems odd that someone would want two stoves, so you'd better query that order

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call in question
(or call into question)

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2 to put a question or questions to

queried the professor about the assignment

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poll,
survey

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avoid,
duck

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3 to put a series of questions to

once the statement was given, the press secretary allowed reporters to query the President

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debrief

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Frequently Asked Questions About query

How does the verb query contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of query are ask, inquire, interrogate, and question. While all these words mean "to address a person in order to gain information," query implies a desire for authoritative information or confirmation.

queried a librarian about the book