investigation

• Nom désignant un processus d'examen systématique, de recherche ou d'enquête visant à établir des faits, des informations ou la vérité.

A noun referring to the process of examining, studying, or inquiring into something systematically to uncover facts, information, or truth.

1. Formal inquiryB1formal

   A systematic examination or inquiry to discover facts or gather information.

   Enquête officielle

   • The police launched an investigation into the robbery.
   • The investigation revealed new evidence about the case.
   • A thorough investigation is required before any conclusions can be drawn.

   Synonymesexaminationexplorationinquestinquiryproberesearchreviewscrutinystudy

2. Scientific researchB2formalscientific

   A detailed study or research to understand a phenomenon or problem.

   recherche scientifique

   • The investigation into climate change involves many scientists.
   • Her investigation focused on the effects of pollution on marine life.
   • The research team conducted an investigation of the new drug's side effects.

   Synonymesanalysisexaminationexplorationinquiryresearchstudy