investigating (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɛstɪɡeɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Carrying out a systematic or formal inquiry to discover and examine the facts of an incident, allegation, or subject.

Examples

• The committee is currently investigating the cause of the recent power failure.

• Journalists are investigating reports of corruption within the local government.

• Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.

How to Use investigating

investigate [something] (collocation)

Directly search or inquire about a specific topic. — "The scientists are investigating the effects of climate change."

be investigating [something] (collocation)

Currently engaged in an ongoing search or inquiry. — "The authorities are investigating the source of the leak."

Synonyms of investigating

Words with a similar meaning to investigating:

• check
• look into
• examine
• scrutinize

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