Inquiry (Noun)
Meaning 1
An instance of questioning; "there was a question about my training"; "we made inquiries of all those who were present".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A systematic investigation of a matter of public interest.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A search for knowledge; "their pottery deserves more research than it has received".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The academic community launched a thorough inquiry into the historical significance of the recently discovered manuscript.
- The inquiry into the causes of global warming has led to a greater understanding of the impact of human activity on the environment.
- Before making a major investment, the company conducts a rigorous inquiry into the potential risks and rewards.
- As part of her graduate coursework, the student was required to design and conduct an independent inquiry on a topic of her choice.
- The scientist's inquiry into the properties of a newly discovered element has shed new light on its potential applications.