questionnaire

noun

ques·​tion·​naire ˌkwes-chə-ˈner 

ˌkwesh-

1

: a set of questions for obtaining statistically useful or personal information from individuals

2

: a written or printed questionnaire often with spaces for answers

3

: a survey made by the use of a questionnaire

Examples of questionnaire in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Leading medical groups advise hospitals to use questionnaires instead of universal drug tests. —Shoshana Walter, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024

Another complaint said Kohl’s denied an applicant a job as a warehouse worker in Los Angeles based on criminal history information unlawfully obtained through a questionnaire. —Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024

Screening usually involves a questionnaire or verbal assessment. —Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 4 Dec. 2024

Cost of living is assessed through detailed questionnaires that account for everyday expenses, from groceries to utilities, to ensure a clear picture of affordability. —Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

French, from questionner to question, from Middle French, from question, noun

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

questionnaire

noun

ques·​tion·​naire ˌkwes-chə-ˈna(ə)r 

-ˈne(ə)r

: a set of questions to be asked of a number of persons usually in order to gather information (as on opinions)