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Investigation
noun
/ɪnˌvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən/
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Word Frequency:
34.0
Definitions
1.
noun
The act of investigating; the process of inquiring into or following up; research, especially patient or thorough inquiry or examination
"Despite thorough investigation, the perpetrator of the attacks remains unknown."
Synonyms
probing
probe
research
finding
researching
scrutiny
scan
examine
vetting
inspection
examining
survey
Rhymes With
trepidation
indignation
exhilaration
veneration
elation
condemnation
gratification
inclination
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