One entry found for inquiry.

Entry Word: inquiry
Function: noun
Text: 1 a systematic search for the truth or facts about something <an inquiry into the origins of the universe>
Synonyms delving, examination, exploration, inquest, inquisition, investigation, probe, probing, research, study
Related Words quest; audit, check; checkup, diagnosis, inspection; hearing, interrogation, trial; feeler, query, question; poll, questionnaire; challenge, cross-examination, grilling, quiz
2 an act or instance of asking for information <one student made a hesitant inquiry about the assignment> -- see QUESTION 2