DETECTIVE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word detective. (exact relations)
There are 10 hypernyms of the word detective. (close relations)

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detected detector detectors detecting detection

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	investigator				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • a scientist who devotes himself to doing research • someone who investigates • a police officer who investigates crimes
	sleuth				nounn
	noun • a detective who follows a trail verb • watch, observe, or inquire secretly
	tec				verbv
	noun • a police officer who investigates crimes
	police detective				nounn
	noun • a police officer who investigates crimes
	private detective				nounn
	noun • someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information and assist in criminal investigations
	private investigator				nounn
	noun • someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information and assist in criminal investigations

Best Hypernyms For DETECTIVE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for detective, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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