Synonyms of probation

probation

noun

prō-ˈbā-shən 

as in investigation

a systematic search for the truth or facts about something

a candidate for the priesthood must be able to withstand an intense probation of his personal character

Synonyms & Similar Words

• investigation
• examination
• inquiry
• exploration
• study
• probe
• research
• probing
• inspection
• inquisition
• inquest
• audit
• disquisition
• survey
• questionnaire
• diagnosis
• examen
• delving
• hearing
• interrogation
• trial
• checkup
• quest
• query
• poll
• rehearing
• question
• cross-examination
• challenge
• grilling
• check
• reinvestigation
• feeler
• quiz
• soul-searching
• questionary
• self-examination
• going-over
• self-scrutiny
• self-reflection
• self-questioning
• self-exploration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of probation

As part of the plea agreement, Clenney was sentenced to six years in prison, followed by five years of probation. — Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The defense did not request a precise term, but argued that Hampton was a strong candidate for probation. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Aug. 2026

Taylor Frankie Paul celebrated the end of her three-year probation after her domestic violence incident against her ex, Dakota Mortensen. — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2026

He has been arrested on charges of assault against women and government officials, trespassing and violating probation and domestic violence orders eight times in the last three years, jail records show. — Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026