searching

/ˈsʌrtʃɪŋ/
/ˈsʌtʃɪŋ/
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Definitions of searching
  1. adjective
    exploring thoroughly
    synonyms:
    explorative, exploratory
    serving in or intended for exploration or discovery
  2. adjective
    diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
    “a searching investigation of their past dealings”
    synonyms: inquisitory, probing
    inquiring
    given to inquiry
  3. adjective
    having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect
    “searching insights”
    synonyms: trenchant
    intelligent
    having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree
Pronunciation
US
/ˈsʌrtʃɪŋ/
UK
/ˈsʌtʃɪŋ/
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