Meaning & Definition of Interview in English
English⟶
Interview
/ɪntərvju/
noun
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"
synonym:
- interview
2. A conference (usually with someone important)
- "He had a consultation with the judge"
- "He requested an audience with the king"
synonym:
- consultation,
- audience,
- interview
verb
1. Conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
synonym:
- interview,
- question
2. Discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation
- "We interviewed the job candidates"
synonym:
- interview
3. Go for an interview in the hope of being hired
- "The job candidate interviewed everywhere"
synonym:
- interview
Examples of using
Mary's nerves caused her to mess up her job interview.
Did the interview go well?
Do you have any queries before I start the interview?