investigate

[in-ves-ti-geyt] / ɪnˈvɛs tɪˌgeɪt /

VERB

check into thoroughly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consider examine explore inspect interrogate probe question review scrutinize search study

STRONG

bug case delve dig eyeball frisk inquire muckrake poke prospect pry read reconnoiter research scout sift spy tap wiretap

WEAK

be all ears check out check over check up feel out give the once-over go into inquisite listen in look into look over make inquiry nose around put to the test run down stake out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

answer forget ignore neglect reply

STRONG

leave alone overlook

Example Sentences

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The police watchdog says it may investigate West Midlands Police over its handling of the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from attending an Aston Villa game.

From BBC

Essex Police said last week that it would not investigate the matter because more than a year had passed since the alleged offence.

From BBC

State commissions of inquiry investigate major state-level failings, with the one established after the October 1973 Arab-Israeli war leading to the resignation of then prime minister Golda Meir.

From Barron's

While set up and funded by the government to investigate matters of public concern, statutory public inquiries are independent.

From BBC

The Drinking Water Inspectorate said it was investigating the Tunbridge Wells loss of supply incident.

From BBC

investigate

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