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Definition of Inquisitorial
1. Adjective. Especially indicating a form of prosecution in which proceedings are secret and the accused is questioned by a prosecutor who acts also as the judge.
2. Adjective. Marked by inquisitive interest; especially suggestive of an ecclesiastical inquisitor. "A practical police force with true inquisitorial talents"
3. Adjective. Having the authority to conduct official investigations. "The inquisitorial power of the Senate"
Similar to: Inquiring
Definition of Inquisitorial
1. a. Pertaining to inquisition; making rigorous and unfriendly inquiry; searching; as, inquisitorial power.
Definition of Inquisitorial
1. [adj]