Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
investigator
noun
/ɪnˈvɛstɪɡeɪtə(r)/
Definition
A person who carries out a formal inquiry or investigation, typically one working for law enforcement, research, or in a corporate setting.
Examples
- The investigator interviewed several witnesses to gather more information.
- As an investigator, she specialized in white-collar crime.
- The detectives worked together as investigators on the high-profile case.
Meaning
An investigator is someone who seeks to discover facts, gather evidence, or analyze information to solve a problem or answer a question.
Synonyms
- researcher
- examiner
- inspector
- detective
