What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
queried
Example
I queried the database for all records matching the given criteria. [queried: past tense]
Example
The journalist queried the politician about their stance on the issue. [queried: verb]
questioned
Example
The detective questioned the suspect about their whereabouts on the night of the crime. [questioned: past tense]
Example
I questioned the validity of the study's findings. [questioned: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Questioned is more commonly used than queried in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between queried and questioned?
Queried is more formal than questioned and is often used in professional or technical contexts.
