interview meaning and definition

INTERVIEW noun

Definition of interview (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"
2. a conference (usually with someone important)
   • "he had a consultation with the judge"; "he requested an audience with the king"
   • synonyms: audience, consultation

INTERVIEW verb

Definition of interview (verb)

1. conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
   • synonyms: question
2. discuss formally with (somebody) for the purpose of an evaluation
   • "We interviewed the job candidates"
3. go for an interview in the hope of being hired
   • "The job candidate interviewed everywhere"