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INVESTIGATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Investigates.

Investigates - as a verb

Investigate scientifically

Example: "Let's investigate the syntax of chinese"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
look into
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
analyseanalyzecanvassexaminestudy
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Conduct an inquiry or investigation of

Example: "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enquireinquire
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
examineprobe
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The detective investigates the crime scene for evidence."
"The journalist investigates the corruption scandal."
"The scientist investigates the effects of climate change."
"The inspector investigates the safety violations at the construction site."
"The researcher investigates the potential benefits of a new drug."
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Word Game Points

Is INVESTIGATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, investigates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

INVESTIGATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is INVESTIGATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, investigates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
INVESTIGATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is INVESTIGATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, investigates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
INVESTIGATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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