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- pronunciation:
- ihn
ve
stih
geI
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act of investigating or condition of being investigated.
We enjoyed our investigation of the large cave.The company's CEO is now under investigation in connection with charges of fraud.- synonyms:
- inquest, inquiry, probe
- similar words:
- examination, exploration, fact-finding, inspection, research, search
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definition 2: |
a thorough inquiry intended to produce facts.
The police are conducting an investigation into the cause of the fire.- synonyms:
- fact-finding, inquest, inquiry, probe
- similar words:
- examination, exploration, inspection, research, search, study
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related words: |
analysis, attention, canvass, check, diagnosis, inquiry, intelligence, observation |
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