exploratory
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for exploratory, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Done in order to investigate or find something out.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use exploratory
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From explore + the adjective ending -atory.
Full origin of exploratory →Frequently asked questions
What does “exploratory” mean?
The word “exploratory” means done in order to investigate or find something out. In plain terms, meant for investigating or testing something out, rather than for a final result.
How do you pronounce “exploratory”?
“Exploratory” is pronounced ehk-SPLOR-uh-tuh-ree (/ɛkˈsploɹ.əˌtoɹ.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “exploratory” in a sentence?
Here is “exploratory” used in a sentence: “Doctors performed exploratory surgery to find the cause of the pain.”
What part of speech is “exploratory”?
“Exploratory” is an adjective.
Is “exploratory” a common word?
“Exploratory” is an uncommon word in modern English.