investigative
Translation
investigative, inquiring
Examples
She is an investigative journalist.
She is an investigative journalist.
He has an investigative mind.
He has an investigative mind.
Grammar Patterns
an investigative ((noun)) relating to investigation She works in investigative reporting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inquiring, analytical, probing
Etymology
From 'investigate' + the adjective-forming suffix '-ive'.
Memory Tips
This adjective describes something connected to or used for 'investigation', such as 'investigative reporting'.