Synonyms for

Inquest

Verb / ˈɪˌnkwest / Another word for inquest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An official investigation into a death, especially one that was sudden or violent.

Synonyms & similar words

investigation examination inquiry probe review scrutiny inquisition autopsy post-mortem hearing trial inquisition quest search inquiry enquiry interrogation probe examination investigation

Synonyms by register

Formal

inquiry investigation examination scrutiny

Informal

look-see check-up probe

Literary

delve disquisition

Antonyms

ignorance avoidance neglect disregard indifference oblivion

Common collocations

  • hold an inquest
  • inquest into
  • coroner's inquest
  • judicial inquest
  • public inquest
  • inquest jury
  • death inquest

Word family

noun inquest
verb inquire

Usage note

An inquest is a formal investigation, typically by a coroner, into the cause of a death. It is not typically used for general inquiries.

Example sentences

  1. The coroner will conduct an inquest into the death of the victim.
  2. The family of the deceased attended the inquest to hear the findings.
  3. The inquest revealed that the cause of death was natural.
  4. The police launched an inquest into the suspicious death.
  5. The inquest lasted for several days as evidence was presented.

Quotes

  • The beginning of an inquest is like the beginning of a journey, and the end is like arriving at a destination.
  • The inquest is a very powerful mechanism for getting information.
  • An inquest is a very formal procedure.

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