Synonyms for

Ascertain

Verb / ˌæsɜ:ˈteɪn / Another word for ascertain — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To find out or discover something through investigation.

Synonyms & similar words

seetoit findout watch control check see find determine ensure insure assure learn determine discover uncover establish verify confirm check investigate analyze examine inspect scrutinize recognize notice realize understand grasp comprehend apprehend

Synonyms by register

Formal

determine verify confirm establish

Informal

find out figure out learn get to know

Literary

divine unearth discern

Antonyms

ignore disregard overlook neglect miss doubt question

Common collocations

  • ascertain the facts
  • ascertain the truth
  • ascertain the cause
  • ascertain the nature
  • ascertain the extent
  • ascertain the details
  • ascertain whether

Word family

noun ascertainment
verb ascertain
adjective ascertainable

Usage note

Ascertain is a formal verb used to describe the process of finding out something for certain. It implies a thorough investigation or inquiry.

Example sentences

  1. The detective tried to ascertain who committed the crime.
  2. I need to ascertain the price of the car before I buy it.
  3. She tried to ascertain the truth about what happened.
  4. He was able to ascertain the cause of the problem.
  5. Our goal is to ascertain the best course of action.

Quotes

  • The task of leadership is not to put greatness into people, but to elicit it, for the greatness is already there. - John Buchan
  • The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers. - Ralph Nader
  • Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality. - Warren Bennis

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