Interviewee

ˌɪn.t̬ɚˈvjuː.iː

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is being interviewed, typically for a job or a research study.

The interviewee expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss their qualifications.

A person who provides information in response to questions in a survey or study.

The interviewee shared insightful perspectives on the impact of climate change during the research.

A candidate who is considered for a position through a formal interview process.

The selection panel was impressed with the interviewee's previous work experience.

1910s: derived from the word 'interview' combined with the suffix '-ee' indicating a person receiving an action.

interview process

The series of steps taken to conduct an interview.

panel interview

An interview conducted by a group of interviewers.

exit interview

A final interview conducted to gather feedback from an employee leaving a company.

interviewer

A person who conducts the interview.

interview

A formal conversation to assess candidates.

job seeker

As a job seeker, the interviewee had to put their best foot forward.

candidate

The candidate was nervous, but gave great answers as an interviewee.