interpellation Meaning & Definition
/ˌɪntɚpɛˈleɪʃən/
What Does Interpellation Mean?
As a noun, interpellation means The act of interpellating (questioning); the period in which government officials are questioned about and explain an act, a policy or a point raised during a debate. It can also mean The act of interpellating: the act of identification.
Interpellation at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˌɪntɚpɛˈleɪʃən// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | interpellations |
Interpellation Definition (Noun)
- The act of interpellating (questioning); the period in which government officials are questioned about and explain an act, a policy or a point raised during a debate.
- The act of interpellating: the act of identification.
- The act of interpelling: interruption.
Synonyms of Interpellation
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Interpellation synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Interpellation
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Interpellation in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
interpellation (countable and uncountable, plural interpellations)
Origin of Interpellation
From Middle French interpellation, from Latin interpellātiō; equivalent to interpellate + -ion or interpel + -ation.
How Do You Say Interpellation?
The standard pronunciation of interpellation is //ˌɪntɚpɛˈleɪʃən//, spoken in 1 syllable.