Associations to the word «Investigate»

Wiktionary

INVESTIGATE, verb. (transitive) To inquire into or study in order to ascertain facts or information.
INVESTIGATE, verb. (transitive) To examine, look into, or scrutinize in order to discover something hidden or secret.
INVESTIGATE, verb. (intransitive) To conduct an inquiry or examination.

Dictionary definition

INVESTIGATE, verb. Investigate scientifically; "Let's investigate the syntax of Chinese".
INVESTIGATE, verb. Conduct an inquiry or investigation of; "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady".

Wise words

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