ASCERTAIN
(verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Ascertain.
How to pronounce ascertain:
US
Ascertain - as a verb
Establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
Example: "Find the product of two numbers"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
determinefindfind outHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
Example: "He verified that the valves were closed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assurecheckcontrolensureinsureseesee to itHypernyms (Closely Related)
verifyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The detective sought to ascertain the truth by analyzing the evidence."
"Please ascertain whether the package has arrived."
"The researchers conducted numerous experiments to ascertain the effects of the drug."
"He carefully listened to the witness's testimony to ascertain what really happened."
"She tried to ascertain his intentions by asking him directly."
Word Game Points
Is ASCERTAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ascertain is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ASCERTAIN has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is ASCERTAIN a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ascertain is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordASCERTAIN has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is ASCERTAIN a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ascertain is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordASCERTAIN has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
