Investigate

verb

[ɪn.ˈves.tɪ.ɡeɪ̯t]

Word Frequency: 11.5

Definitions

1.verbTo inquire into or study in order to ascertain facts or information.

"to investigate the causes of natural phenomena"

2.verbTo examine, look into, or scrutinize in order to discover something hidden or secret.

"to investigate an unsolved murder"

3.verbTo conduct an inquiry or examination.

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