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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A committee has been set up to investigate the cases.

From BBC

A government spokesperson added: "We have been working to investigate a cyber incident. We take the security of our systems and data extremely seriously."

From Barron's

In December, India's Supreme Court asked the federal government to allow Ms Khatun and her son to return on "humanitarian grounds" while her citizenship was investigated.

From BBC

The National Transportation Safety Board, which is leading the investigation, said it was launching a go team to investigate the fatal crash.

From BBC

Ms Cabot, 53, who was the company's chief people officer, stepped down following Mr Byron's resignation after the firm announced he would be placed on leave and investigated.

From BBC

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