investigative
Pronunciation: [ɪnˈvɛstəˌɡeɪtɪv]
Word
Context: “research”
(adjective) related to looking deeply into something to find out facts or information. If someone is investigating, they are asking questions and searching for answers about a topic or situation.
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The investigative journalist wrote an article uncovering important facts about the local government.
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The report wasn’t investigative; it simply repeated the same old news without any new facts.
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What investigative steps did the police take to solve the case?
Context: “problem-solving”
(adjective) involving careful examination or examination of details to understand a problem. This can be used in science or when solving puzzles.
Example
The investigative team used various methods to find out why the project failed.
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The approach was not investigative; they didn't look into the details at all.
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How can an investigative approach help us find a solution to this issue?
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