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Definition of "investigative" []

  • Of or relating to investigation: investigative methods. (adjective)
  • Characterized by or engaged in investigation; specializing in uncovering and reporting hidden information: investigative journalism. (adjective)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "investigative" in a sentence
  • "And the second piece that you need is what I call investigative intuition."
  • "He plans to use his profile as a former TV anchor who was highly visible in the political world in order to draw publicity and attention to long-term investigative projects that would otherwise have a tougher time breaking through all the clutter and noise."
  • "But for now, let it be a lesson to aspiring young conservatives interested in investigative journalism: 'Know your limits."