inquiry vs question

question vs inquiry

inquiry and question both are nouns.

inquiry is not a verb while question is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
inquiry	Yes	No	No	No
question	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, inquiry and question are synonyms defined as:

inquiry and question: an instance of questioning

Other synonyms of inquiry include enquiry, interrogation, query.

inquiry (noun)	question (noun)
a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest	uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something
a search for knowledge	an instance of questioning
an instance of questioning	the subject matter at issue
	a formal proposal for action made to a deliberative assembly for discussion and vote
	a sentence of inquiry that asks for a reply
	an informal reference to a marriage proposal

inquiry (verb)	question (verb)
	pose a question
	challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
	place in doubt or express doubtful speculation
	pose a series of questions to
	conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

Difference between inquiry and question

© WordCmp.com 2024, CC-BY 4.0 / CC-BY-SA 3.0.