investigation

Investigation is part of the Academic Word List. It is important for students in college and university.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /ɪnˌvɛstəˈgeɪʃən/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular investigation

Plural investigations

1. (countable & uncountable) An investigation is a careful look at a crime, problem, etc. to find the truth or a solution.

   Researchers were conducting further investigations into the connection between smoking and lung disease.

   The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Synonyms

• research
• check
• examination

Related words

• investigate
• investigative
• investigator