Investigar
Example: Precisamos investigar todas as pistas antes do julgamento final.
Definition
"Investigar" means to carry out a detailed and systematic examination or inquiry into facts, evidence, or information, especially to discover the truth about a matter or solve a problem. For example, one might investigate all leads before a final judgment.
Etymology
The word "investigar" comes from the Latin verb 'investigare,' which means to trace, track, or search into. It combines 'in-' meaning 'into' and 'vestigare' meaning 'to track or trace.' Did you know? The root relates to the idea of following footprints or clues closely.
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