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What is another word for Inquiry? – 134 Inquiry Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    investigation examination research probe analysis review inspection scrutiny study exploration survey questioning interrogation interview audition test trial hearing inquest inquiry scrutiny assessment evaluation appraisal examination check cross-examination interrogation query search pursuit quest inquisition inspection observation surveillance monitoring detection pursuit.

    Meaning of Inquiry

    The primary meaning of the word "Inquiry" is a formal investigation or research into something.

    Definitions

    • A formal investigation or research into something, typically conducted by a person or group with the authority to do so
    • A question or request for information, especially one that is formal or official
    • The act of asking for information or clarification about something

    Etymology of Inquiry

    The word "Inquiry" originates from the Old French word "enquerre", which is derived from the Latin word "inquirere", meaning "to seek" or "to ask"
    Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to refer to a formal investigation or research into something, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to seeking information or clarification

    Example Uses

    • The committee launched an inquiry into the company's financial dealings
    • The police are conducting an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the accident
    • The student's inquiry about the assignment was met with a detailed explanation from the teacher

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    ignorance avoidance neglect disregard indifference apathy unconcern disinterest inattention oversight omission secrecy concealment silence denial refusal rejection dismissal disregard ignoring skipping bypassing dodging.

    Related Nouns

    investigation research study analysis review inspection scrutiny examination test trial hearing inquest probe survey questionnaire interview interrogation audition assessment evaluation appraisal report findings conclusion recommendation.

    Related Verbs

    investigate research study analyze review inspect scrutinize examine test try hear inquire question interrogate interview audit assess evaluate appraise report conclude recommend suggest propose.

    Related Adjectives

    formal official thorough rigorous systematic methodical detailed careful meticulous in-depth comprehensive exhaustive searching probing inquisitive curious interested attentive observant perceptive discerning analytical critical.