inquisitorial (Adjective) — Especially indicating a form of prosecution in which proceedings are secret and the accused is questioned by a prosecutor who acts also as the judge.
inquisitorial (Adjective) — Marked by inquisitive interest; especially suggestive of an ecclesiastical inquisitor. ex. "the press was inquisitorial to the point of antagonism" ex. "a practical police force with true inquisitorial talents"
inquisitorial (Adjective) — Having the authority to conduct official investigations. ex. "the inquisitorial power of the Senate"