inquiry

/in'kwaiəri/
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inquiry

The committee launched an inquiry into the new policy.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A systematic investigation of a matter of public interest: A formal process of seeking information or truth, often official or scientific in nature.
    • An instance of questioning: The act of asking for information; a question or series of questions.
    • A search for knowledge: A process of exploration or study to discover facts or principles.
Usage
  • Inquiry is used to describe a formal investigation, a simple question, or a scholarly pursuit. It often implies a methodical or serious effort to find information.
  • It is commonly used in academic, legal, and official contexts.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The government launched a public inquiry into the causes of the disaster. (A formal, systematic investigation.)
    • I made an inquiry at the information desk about the train schedule. (An act of asking a question.)
    • Scientific inquiry is driven by curiosity and a desire to understand the world. (A search for knowledge.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Line of inquiry": A specific area or method of investigation.
    • The detective pursued a new line of inquiry based on the fresh evidence.
  • "Court of inquiry": An official group appointed to investigate a specific matter.
    • A court of inquiry was convened to examine the military incident.
Variants and Related Words
  • Enquire/Inquire (verb): To ask for information.
    • I will inquire about the availability of tickets.
  • Inquirer (noun): A person who asks questions or investigates.
    • The inquirer sought clarification on the new policy.
  • Inquiring (adjective): Showing an interest in learning things.
    • She has an inquiring mind and loves to read.
Synonyms
  • Investigation: A formal or systematic examination.
  • Question: A sentence worded to elicit information.
  • Probe: A thorough investigation.
  • Research: The systematic investigation into materials and sources to establish facts.
Related Phrases
  • Hold an inquiry: To conduct a formal investigation.
    • The committee will hold an inquiry into the financial irregularities.
  • Field of inquiry: A particular subject or area of study.
    • Astrophysics is his main field of inquiry.
Idioms
  • Inquiry of the mind: A metaphorical way to describe intellectual curiosity or the process of thinking.
    • Philosophy begins with an inquiry of the mind into the fundamental nature of existence.
inquiry

The committee launched an inquiry into the new policy.

Noun
  1. a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest
  2. an instance of questioning
    • there was a question about my training
    • we made inquiries of all those who were present
  3. a search for knowledge
    • their pottery deserves more research than it has received

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