investigate

1. Investigate scientifically (synset 200790800)
   "Let's investigate the syntax of Chinese"
   is a type of: analyse, analyze, canvass, examine, study - consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
   subtypes:

   • explore, research, search - inquire into
   • explore - travel to or penetrate into
   • examine, probe - question or examine thoroughly and closely
   • research - attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner
   • experiment - to conduct a test or investigation
   same as: look into
2. Conduct an inquiry or investigation of (synset 200787624)
   "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady"
   is a type of: examine, probe - question or examine thoroughly and closely
   subtypes: spy - secretly collect sensitive or classified information; engage in espionage
   same as: enquire, inquire

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