Interviewer
/ˈɪntərˌvjuːər/
Definitions
A person who questions someone in an interview.
/ˈɪntərˌvjuːər/
A person who conducts an interview.
The interviewer made the candidate feel at ease.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're applying for a job. The interviewer is the person who asks you questions to see if you're a good fit. They're trying to 'view' you from 'inter' (between) the job and you.
👶 For kids: The interviewer is the person who asks you questions when you want a job or to be on TV.
More Examples
She was a skilled interviewer, able to draw out insightful responses.
The interviewer's job is to assess a candidate's suitability for the role.
How It's Used
"The interviewer asked probing questions about the candidate's past experiences."
"The interviewer pressed the politician for details about the scandal."
From the verb 'interview', which comes from the French 'entrevoir' (to see each other). The suffix '-er' denotes the person who performs the action.
The word 'interviewer' became common in the early 20th century with the rise of modern journalism and personnel practices.
Memory tip
Think of someone actively asking questions, not just being asked.