inquirer

/in'kwaiərə/ Cách viết khác : (enquiry) /in'kwaiəri/

Thân thiện

The inquirer raises a hand to ask a question during the lecture.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who asks a question or seeks information: An inquirer is someone who poses a query or makes an inquiry to gain knowledge or clarification.

Usage

• The word "inquirer" is used to identify a person who is actively seeking information by asking questions. It is a formal or neutral term.
• It is often used in contexts involving investigation, research, customer service, or general curiosity.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The journalist was a persistent inquirer, always seeking the truth behind the story.
  • Please direct all inquirers to the information desk for assistance.
  • As an inquirer into ancient history, she spent years studying primary sources.

Advanced Usage

• "An inquirer after truth": A person who seeks fundamental truths or knowledge.
  • The philosopher was known as a dedicated inquirer after truth.
• "An inquirer into the matter": A person investigating a specific subject or issue.
  • The committee appointed an independent inquirer into the matter.

Variants and Related Words

• Inquire (verb): To ask for information.
  • She called to inquire about the job opening.
• Inquiry (noun): The act of asking for information or an official investigation.
  • The police launched an inquiry.
• Enquirer/Enquiry (noun): Alternate spellings, common in British English.
  • He sent an enquiry to the university admissions office.

Synonyms

• Questioner: A person who asks questions.
• Asker: One who poses a question (less formal).
• Investigator: A person who carries out a formal inquiry or examination.

Related Phrases

• To field inquiries from inquirers: To handle or respond to questions from those asking.
  • The public relations team was busy fielding inquiries from inquirers all day.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who asks a question

Từ đồng nghĩa

• enquirer
• questioner
• querier
• asker