inquest
Inquest (noun) means a formal legal investigation, especially into the cause of a death. Example: “The coroner opened an inquest into the factory accident.”
How to use inquest
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn official investigation, usually into how or why someone died.
Word forms
inquests plural
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The coroner opened an _____ into the factory accident.
Etymology
From Old French enqueste, from Latin inquirere, "to inquire into" — ultimately in- plus quaerere, "to seek."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for inquest
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What does “inquest” mean?
The word “inquest” means a formal legal investigation, especially into the cause of a death. In plain terms, an official investigation, usually into how or why someone died.
How do you pronounce “inquest”?
“Inquest” is pronounced IHNGK-wehst (/ˈɪŋkwɛst/ in IPA).
How do you use “inquest” in a sentence?
Here is “inquest” used in a sentence: “The coroner opened an inquest into the factory accident.”
What is another word for “inquest”?
Words with a similar meaning to “inquest” include inquisition.
What part of speech is “inquest”?
“Inquest” is a noun.
Where does the word “inquest” come from?
The word “inquest” comes from Latin. From Old French enqueste, from Latin inquirere, "to inquire into" — ultimately in- plus quaerere, "to seek.".
Is “inquest” a common word?
“Inquest” is an uncommon word in modern English.