INQUIRY Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

inquiry

noun

in-ˈkwī(-ə)r-ē

Definition of inquiry

as in investigation

a systematic search for the truth or facts about something an inquiry into the origins of the universe

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Relevance

as in request

an act or instance of asking for information one student made a hesitant inquiry about the assignment

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Recent Examples of inquiry Netanyahu has consistently resisted such calls for three years and has not appointed any other special inquiry to investigate the failures that day. — Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026 To book a stay here, guests must send an inquiry through the website—a sign of just how exclusive the hotel is. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 For decades, organizations have evaluated opportunities through sales conversations, referrals, customer inquiries, events, and procurement activity. — Adam Feiner, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026 Last week, California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued an investigative subpoena to OpenAI as part of a broader inquiry into cybersecurity incidents and risks related to its AI models. — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inquiry

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inquiry

Noun

The reports come after misconduct findings against some interfraternity chapters in the spring and multiple criminal investigations, according to the letter.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026
As the investigation uncovers a string of killings linked to a strange ritual, the two are pushed into working together, facing down otherworldly threats as well as unfinished business from Lan’s past.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigation

Noun

The complex will include additional examination rooms; outpatient physical, speech and occupational therapy; rehabilitation; and neuroinfusion services.

— Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
In addition to medical examinations and diagnostic tests, all guests receive classic massages, lymphatic drainage, abdominal massages, and hayflower detox wraps.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of examination

Noun

There are some films like this on other social justice issues that movie beyond a kind of polemic into a deeper exploration of the material.

— Antonio Ferme, Variety, 4 Oct. 2026
PinkPantheress credits Kelela, along with Kaytranada, as being an essential influence on her exploration of electronic music.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of exploration

Noun

One study found that, while just under half of hiring managers looked for AI and related tech skills, nearly three quarters (73%) prized critical thinking/problem-solving, and 65% looked for adaptability/learning agility.

— Reynald Fasciaux, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Looking through his microscope, Kubelka counted cells as part of a study of neuromuscular diseases.

— Deepa Fernandes, STAT, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of study

Noun

Grill the potatoes, cut sides down first, then flip with tongs, until golden brown, crispy on the edges, and easily punctured by a thermometer probe.

— Candy Hom, AJC.com, 10 Oct. 2026
Related Stories The Justice Department informed several of the networks of its probe on Friday, according to these people.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026