investigation (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeɪʃən/

Definition

The process of carefully examining something or gathering information about it.

Examples

• The police launched an investigation into the alleged fraud.

• The journalist's thorough investigation uncovered a major scandal.

• Further investigation is needed to determine the cause of the accident.

How to Use investigation

investigation into (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify the subject or area being examined. — "The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing."

investigation of (prepositional phrase)

Used to specify the person or thing being examined. — "The investigation of the suspect's activities took several months."

Synonyms of investigation

Words with a similar meaning to investigation:

• inquiry
• research
• examination
• scrutiny

Antonyms of investigation

Words with the opposite meaning to investigation:

• ignorance
• conclusion

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