Synonyms of explores

explores

verb

present tense third-person singular of explore

1

as in investigates

to search through or into

communities must explore new ways of raising money for their cultural institutions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• investigates
• examines
• inspects
• looks (into)
• researches
• scans
• probes
• delves (into)
• digs (into)
• inquires (into)
• views
• studies
• checks up on
• checks into
• sifts
• peruses
• skims (through)
• thumbs (through)
• surfs
• browses
• cruises
• reinvestigates

2

as in searches

to go into or range over for purposes of discovery

we must continue to explore the depths of the ocean

Synonyms & Similar Words

• searches
• probes
• discovers
• prospects
• hunts
• reveals
• discloses
• unearths
• skirrs
• scouts
• plumbs
• reconnoiters
• fathoms
• sounds

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of explores

The book-length poem, set at a private party, explores the decadent lifestyles associated with the movie industry in California in the 1920s. — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

For every exhibition, book, and article that explores a sliver of our history, there are millions of stories that are not yet written—or that are still waiting for enough evidence to put together. — Lonnie G. Bunch Iii, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026

The song explores the theme of young love entwined in a love triangle. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 4 July 2026

In her moving podcast, Ursula shares her family's story and explores the generational trauma and lasting impact the Vietnam War has on veterans. — Janet W. Lee, NPR, 3 July 2026

The movie about Niki, a mother with two children and two jobs, but no money, explores such themes as poverty and social inequality. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026

The story explores family trauma, friendship, healing and the complexities of navigating life as a Black woman. — Alexa Stone july 2, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026

Now a collection of 50 images, one for each state’s quarter, the series explores American unity, shared history and constant exchange. — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

His research explores the intersection of international business and corporate political strategy, focusing on the rhetorical, ideological, and historical forces that shape firm behavior. — Yilang Feng, Harvard Business Review, 2 July 2026