Crossword clue
Investigation crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Investigation”, from 5–11 letters. The most likely answer is INQUIRY.
Top answer
INQUIRY
7 letters · Formal investigation
All answers for “Investigation”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 5-letter answers | ||
| PROBE | 5 | Thorough investigation |
| STUDY | 5 | Detailed investigation |
| AUDIT | 5 | Official inspection of accounts |
| CHECK | 5 | Examination for accuracy |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| SURVEY | 6 | General study |
| REVIEW | 6 | Formal assessment |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| INQUIRY Best match | 7 | Formal investigation |
| ENQUIRY | 7 | Formal investigation, British spelling |
| INQUEST | 7 | Judicial inquiry into a death |
| HEARING | 7 | Formal inquiry session |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| RESEARCH | 8 | Systematic investigation |
| ANALYSIS | 8 | Detailed examination |
| SCRUTINY | 8 | Critical examination |
| 10-letter answers | ||
| INSPECTION | 10 | Careful examination |
| 11-letter answers | ||
| EXAMINATION | 11 | Detailed inspection |
| EXPLORATION | 11 | Detailed inquiry |
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What does “Investigation” mean?
A noun for a formal inquiry or systematic examination to establish facts, as by police, scientists or officials.
Solving tip
Common fits include PROBE, INQUIRY (or ENQUIRY in British usage), STUDY and RESEARCH. PROBE is a favourite short answer.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Investigation"?
The most likely answer is INQUIRY (7 letters) — Formal investigation. Other common answers are ENQUIRY (7), PROBE (5), EXAMINATION (11), STUDY (5).
How many letters are in the answer to "Investigation"?
Answers to "Investigation" range from 5–11 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.