investigative

Speech parts

1. investigative - Adjective

2. investigative - Adjective Satellite

Meaning

Given to investigation; inquisitive; curious; searching.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

investigatory fact-finding detective analytical exploratory probing inquisitive searching inquisition socratic research testing trial detailed interested
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Antonyms

broken isolated inconsistent asserting fragmented absurd
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Phrases with the word

investigative report investigative work investigative reporter investigative brilliance investigative mind operational investigative

Examples

What passes for investigative journalism is finding somebody with their pants down - literally or otherwise. Robert Scheer

That's arguably what spy agencies do - high-tech investigative journalism. It's time that the media upgraded its capabilities along those lines. Julian Assange

Downworld?" Tessa echoed, puzzled. "Is that a place in London?" "Never mind that," said Will. "I'm boasting of my investigative skills, and I would prefer to do it without interruption. Cassandra Clare

Don't count out other amazing programming like Frontline. You will still find more hours of in-depth news programming, investigative journalism and analysis on PBS than on any other outlet. Gwen Ifill

People shouldn't expect the mass media to do investigative stories. That job belongs to the 'fringe' media. Ted Koppel

Known best for his investigative reports on the CBS news program 60 Minutes, Ed Bradley won 19 Emmy Awards throughout his journalism career, including one for lifetime achievement in 2003. Ed Bradley

Close letter words and terms

investigation work investigational investigationally investigative ability investigative agent investigative brilliance