investigation
/ɪnˌvestɪˈɡeɪʃn/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4837 in the learning path
调查；查明
Definitions
n. a careful effort to discover facts about an event or problem
调查；查明
n. a systematic study intended to increase knowledge about a subject
研究；探究
Example
An investigation revealed why the kitchen ceiling was leaking.
一项调查查明了厨房天花板漏水的原因。
An independent investigation into river pollution could help authorities identify its causes and prevent further environmental damage.
对河流污染开展独立调查，可帮助有关部门查明原因并防止环境进一步受损。
Collocations
- conduct an investigation
- launch an investigation
- an investigation into
- under investigation
Word family
- investigate (v.)
- investigator (n.)
- investigative (adj.)
Synonyms
- inquiry
- examination
Usage tip
调查某事用investigation into；under investigation指正被调查。
FAQ
- What does investigation mean?
- a careful effort to discover facts about an event or problem a systematic study intended to increase knowledge about a subject
- How is investigation pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˌvestɪˈɡeɪʃn/, US /ɪnˌvestɪˈɡeɪʃn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
