interview

1. the questioning of a person (or a conversation in which information is elicited); often conducted by journalists

- my interviews with teenagers revealed a weakening of religious bonds

2. a conference (usually with someone important)

Definition categories: communication, conference

- The reporter gave the witness an interview.

- It was a dreadful interview; I have no hope of getting the job.

1. conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

Similar word(s): question

2. discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation

- We interviewed the job candidates

3. go for an interview in the hope of being hired

- The job candidate interviewed everywhere

- He interviewed the witness.

- The witness was interviewed.

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