English / word
investigation
noun B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
a careful search for facts about a problem, crime, or event
the process of inquiring into or examining something carefully to find the truth
In context
01
The accident is under investigation.
02
The office started an investigation into the missing files.
Synonyms
inquiry,probe,examination
Antonyms
neglect,disregard
Collocations
launch an investigation,conduct an investigation,criminal investigation