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probing

intermediateB2

/ˈproʊbɪŋ/ · prob-ing

To examine or explore thoroughly.

Meanings

verbformal

To examine or explore thoroughly.

گہرائی سے جانچنا یا تلاش کرنا۔

جانچنا

jaanchnā

Synonyms

investigatinginquisitivesearchingتحقیقتفتیشکھوج

Antonyms

ignoringoverlookingneglectingنظرانداز کرناعدم توجہ دیناچھوڑ دینا

Common Collocations

  • probing questions
  • probing inquiry
  • probing into a matter

Example Sentences

The detective is probing the crime scene for evidence.

تفتیشی افسر جرم کے مقام پر ثبوت تلاش کر رہا ہے۔

tafteeshi afsar jurm ke maqām par saboot talāsh kar rahā hai.

She is probing into the reasons behind the decision.

وہ فیصلے کے پیچھے کی وجوہات کی تحقیق کر رہی ہے۔

woh faislay ke peechay ki wajahāt ki taḥqīq kar rahi hai.

The researchers are probing the effects of climate change.

محقیقین موسمیاتی تبدیلی کے اثرات کی جانچ کر رہے ہیں۔

muḥaqqiqīn mausimiyāti tabdīlī ke asrāt ki jaanch kar rahe hain.

Easily Confused With

prodding:Prodding implies a gentle push, while probing refers to deeper investigation.

Word Family

probe
nounجانچ

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a detective probing for clues.

Imagine a scientist using a probe to investigate a sample.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Latin "probare" — to test or prove

First known use: 14th century

The word 'probing' has its roots in the Latin word 'probare', which means to test or prove. It has evolved into a term that denotes the act of inquiring deeply or exploring.