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INVESTIGATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Investigate.

How to pronounce investigate:

US

Investigate - as a verb

Investigate scientifically

Example: "Let's investigate the syntax of chinese"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
look into
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
analyse10analyze19canvass12examine16study9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Conduct an inquiry or investigation of

Example: "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enquire16inquire16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
examine16probe9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The detective was called to investigate the crime scene."
"The journalist decided to investigate the corrupt politician."
"The researchers will investigate the effects of the new drug."
"The police were asked to investigate the missing person case."
"The committee will investigate the allegations of fraud."
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Word Game Points

Is INVESTIGATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, investigate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INVESTIGATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is INVESTIGATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, investigate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INVESTIGATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is INVESTIGATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, investigate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INVESTIGATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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