Synonyms of investigate

investigate

verb

in-ˈve-stə-ˌgāt 

as in to explore

to search through or into

experts investigating new ways of dealing with the problem

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explore
• examine
• research
• look (into)
• inquire (into)
• probe
• inspect
• delve (into)
• study
• dig (into)
• check up on
• scan
• check into
• view
• sift
• peruse
• thumb (through)
• skim (through)
• browse
• reinvestigate
• surf
• cruise

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of investigate

All tips provided by psychics weren’t specific enough to investigate further, according to a former Orlando homicide detective who was interviewed as part of the study. — Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 18 July 2026

The Investigative Response Team was investigating the shooting. — Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026

Here's what Part 2 of the Scott Peterson documentary investigated. — Erin Jensen, USA Today, 18 July 2026

He was asked to sit in the passenger seat while officers investigated whether the driver of the Expedition was intoxicated. — Alex Brizee july 17, Idaho Statesman, 17 July 2026