probing |
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| 1. | [ noun ] an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities | |
| Synonyms: | investigation probe | |
| Examples: | "there was a congressional probe into the scandal" |
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| Related terms: | inquiry investigate | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation | |
| Synonyms: | searching inquisitory | |
| Examples: | "a probing inquiry" "a searching investigation of their past dealings" |
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| Related terms: | inquiring | |
| Similar spelling: |
proving privine prebend province |
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