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    In·ves·ti·ga·tion
    /inˌvestəˈɡāSH(ə)n/

    noun

    • 1. the action of investigating something or someone; formal or systematic examination or research: "he is under investigation for receiving illicit funds"
  2. The meaning of INVESTIGATE is to observe or study by close examination and systematic inquiry. How to use investigate in a sentence.

  3. An investigation is a thorough search for facts, especially those that are hidden or need to be sorted out in a complex situation. The goal of an investigation is usually to determine how or why something happened.

  4. the act or process of examining a crime, problem, statement, etc. carefully, especially to discover the truth: An investigation has been under way for several days into the disappearance of a 13-year-old boy. a full / thorough investigation of the incident.

  5. Synonyms for INVESTIGATION: inquiry, examination, exploration, study, probe, probing, research, inspection, inquisition, inquest.

  6. Aug 12, 2015 · the act or process of examining a crime, problem, statement, etc. carefully, especially to discover the truth: An investigation has been under way for several days into the disappearance of a 13-year-old boy. a full / thorough investigation of the incident.

  7. a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest. the act of tapping a telephone or telegraph line to get information. a methodical examination or review of a condition or situation. an examination and dissection of a dead body to determine cause of death or the changes produced by disease.

  8. Investigation and evidence gathering are pivotal elements in the criminal justice process, underpinning the successful resolution of criminal cases. This article provides an in-depth exploration of the various facets of criminal investigations and the critical role of evidence gathering.

  9. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) enforces federal law, and investigates a variety of criminal activity including terrorism, cybercrime, white collar crimes, public corruption, civil rights violations, and other major crimes.

  10. A careful search or examination; systematic inquiry. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Synonyms: survey. review. inspection. examination. analysis. perscrutation. legwork. interrogation. inquisition. hearing. disquisition. catechism. catechesis. probe. inquiry. Other Word Forms of Investigation. Noun.

  11. to search out and examine the particulars of in an attempt to learn the facts about something hidden, unique, or complex, especially in an attempt to find a motive, cause, or culprit: The police are investigating the murder.

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