inquire (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

Definition

To ask for information.

Examples

• I need to inquire about the status of my application.

• She called to inquire about the advertised job opening.

• The reporter asked to inquire about the company's recent financial performance.

How to Use inquire

inquire about (prepositional phrase)

To ask for information about a particular subject or thing. — "She decided to inquire about the new course offerings."

inquire into (prepositional phrase)

To formally investigate a matter. — "The board will inquire into the allegations of misconduct."

Synonyms of inquire

Words with a similar meaning to inquire:

• ask
• question
• query
• interrogate

Antonyms of inquire

Words with the opposite meaning to inquire:

• answer
• reply

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