investigate — to examine something carefully in order to discover the truth about it
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to examine something carefully in order to discover the truth about it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvestɪɡeɪt/
Example Sentences
- The teacher decided to investigate why all her students suddenly became geniuses overnight.
- Scientists are investigating the effects of climate change on polar bears.
- I need to investigate why my plants keep dying despite my loving care.
investigate
VERB[/ɪnˈvestɪɡeɪt/]
to examine something carefully in order to discover the truth about it
The detective investigated every clue before finally solving the mystery.
Scientists investigated the cause of the unusual phenomenon. (LOOK FOR CLUES + FIND THE TRUTH = INVESTIGATE)
Investigate the mystery, navigate the clues, and illuminate the truth.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'investigatus', the past participle of 'investigare', meaning 'to track or trace out'. The verb combines 'in-' (into) with 'vestigare' (to track or trace), derived from 'vestigium' meaning 'footprint' or 'trace'.
Breakdown
in- (into) + vestig- (track/trace, from vestigium meaning footprint) + -ate (verb suffix) = investigate
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📝Examples
“The teacher decided to investigate why all her students suddenly became geniuses overnight.”
“Scientists are investigating the effects of climate change on polar bears.”
“I need to investigate why my plants keep dying despite my loving care.”
“The journalist investigated the company's financial records for months.”
“The teacher decided to investigate why all the homework looked suspiciously similar.”
“Scientists are investigating whether chocolate can actually solve all problems.”
“The company will investigate the safety issues before launching the product.”
“Mom is investigating the mysterious crumb trail leading to my room.”
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