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Investigation (Noun)

Meaning 1

The work of inquiring into something thoroughly and systematically.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Examples

  • The detective agency conducted a thorough investigation into the mysterious disappearance of the businessman.
  • The company launched an investigation into the allegations of financial misconduct by one of its employees.
  • The government announced a full investigation into the causes of the devastating oil spill.
  • The teacher undertook an investigation into the reasons behind the sudden decrease in student motivation.
  • The journalist spent months conducting an in-depth investigation into the claims of corruption within the government department.

Synonyms

  • Investigating

Hyponyms

  • Enquiry
  • Enumeration
  • Tap
  • Numeration
  • Reckoning
  • Testing
  • Counting
  • Police Investigation
  • Scrutiny
  • Tally

Related Words

  • Investigate (verb)

Meaning 2

An inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities; "there was a congressional probe into the scandal".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The police launched a thorough investigation into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the disappearance of the CEO.
  • A team of journalists conducted their own investigation into the allegations of corruption within the city council.
  • The company was subject to a government investigation over concerns about its environmental impact.
  • A parliamentary committee was set up to oversee the investigation into the misuse of public funds.
  • The detective was assigned to lead the murder investigation and gather evidence from the crime scene.

Synonyms

  • Probe

Hypernyms

  • Inquiry
  • Research

Hyponyms

  • Fishing Expedition

Related Words

  • Investigate (verb)
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