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What is another word for Inquest? – 145 Inquest Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    inquiry investigation probe examination hearing trial inspection scrutiny analysis review assessment evaluation research study survey exploration audit check test interrogation questioning cross-examination deposition testimony evidence proceedings prosecution litigation lawsuit case suit action proceeding inquisition query research analysis.

    Meaning of Inquest

    The primary meaning of the word "Inquest" is a formal investigation, especially one conducted by a coroner into the cause of someone's death.

    Definitions

    • A formal investigation, especially one conducted by a coroner into the cause of someone's death
    • An inquiry into a particular event or situation, especially one that is formal or official

    Etymology of Inquest

    The word "Inquest" comes from the Old French word "enquête", which is derived from the verb "enquérir", meaning "to inquire" or "to ask"
    The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to a formal investigation or inquiry, especially one conducted by a coroner or other official

    Example Uses

    • The coroner's inquest into the death of the young man revealed that he had died from a severe head injury
    • The company is facing an inquest into its financial dealings after allegations of misconduct
    • The police are conducting an inquest into the circumstances surrounding the accident

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    conclusion outcome result verdict judgment decision ruling resolution settlement closure end termination finish completion cessation halt stop abandonment dismissal rejection refusal denial neglect disregard ignoring overlooking omission.

    Related Nouns

    court tribunal jury coroner investigation inquiry probe examination hearing trial evidence testimony witness defendant plaintiff lawyer judge prosecutor defendant accused suspect victim crime accident incident event situation circumstance.

    Related Verbs

    investigate inquire examine hear try probe scrutinize analyze review assess evaluate research study survey explore inspect check test interrogate question cross-examine depose testify evidence prosecute litigate sue appeal.

    Related Adjectives

    formal official legal judicial investigative inquisitorial probing scrutinizing analytical critical evaluative research-based evidential testimonial interrogative inquiring questioning cross-examining depositional testimonial prosecutorial litigious judicial legal official.