Interviewer: meaning, definitions and examples

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interviewer

 

[ ˈɪntərˌvjuːər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

job

A person who conducts interviews with people applying for a job, a role in a company, etc.

Synonyms

examiner, interrogator, questioner.

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Word Description / Examples
interviewer

Someone conducting an interview, typically in job settings, media, or research.

  • The interviewer asked about my previous work experience
  • After the interview, the interviewer thanked me for my time
interrogator

Someone who questions a person aggressively, often in law enforcement or military settings. This term has a negative connotation.

  • The interrogator pressed him for details about the crime
  • They brought in an experienced interrogator to handle the suspect
examiner

Someone who assesses skills, knowledge, or abilities, often used in academic or professional certification settings.

  • The examiner looked through my test before giving me a grade
  • During the driving test, the examiner was very strict
questioner

A general term for anyone who asks questions in various contexts, can be neutral or slightly formal.

  • The questioner raised an interesting point during the debate
  • As the questioner, he ensured all details were covered

Examples of usage

  • The interviewer asked me about my previous work experience.
  • The interviewer was very professional and made me feel comfortable during the interview.
Context #2 | Noun

media

A person who conducts interviews with famous people, politicians, etc., for a newspaper, television, or radio program.

Synonyms

correspondent, journalist, reporter.

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interviewer

This is a repeat and already described above.

reporter

Used specifically for a person who gathers or reports news, often seen delivering news on television or writing articles for newspapers. This term emphasizes the act of reporting on events.

  • The reporter was on the scene within minutes of the accident.
  • Local reporters covered the story in great detail.
journalist

A broader term used to describe a person who collects, writes, and publishes news or articles for newspapers, magazines, or digital media. It encompasses various roles, including reporters and writers.

  • As a journalist, she covers stories ranging from politics to human interest.
  • He started his career as a journalist, working for small local newspapers.
correspondent

Typically used in the context of news media, referring to a journalist who reports from a specific location, often a remote or international area.

  • The correspondent reported live from the scene of the earthquake.
  • Our foreign correspondent sent in a detailed report on the political situation.

Examples of usage

  • The interviewer asked the celebrity about their upcoming projects.
  • The interviewer is known for asking tough questions during interviews.

Translations

Translations of the word "interviewer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 entrevistador

🇮🇳 साक्षात्कारकर्ता

🇩🇪 Interviewer

🇮🇩 pewawancara

🇺🇦 інтерв'юер

🇵🇱 ankieter

🇯🇵 インタビュアー (intabyuā)

🇫🇷 intervieweur

🇪🇸 entrevistador

🇹🇷 mülakatçı

🇰🇷 인터뷰어 (inteobyu-eo)

🇸🇦 مُقابِل

🇨🇿 tazatel

🇸🇰 reportér

🇨🇳 采访者 (cǎifǎng zhě)

🇸🇮 intervjuvalec

🇮🇸 viðtalari

🇰🇿 сұхбат алушы

🇬🇪 ინტერვიუერი

🇦🇿 müsahib

🇲🇽 entrevistador

Etymology

The word 'interviewer' originated in the early 19th century from the combination of 'inter-' meaning 'between' and 'view' meaning 'to see'. It was first used in the context of job interviews and later expanded to include media interviews. The role of an interviewer has evolved over time to become an essential part of the recruitment process and media industry.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,460, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.