ascertain

[ˌæsərˈteɪn]

ascertain Definition

to find out something for certain; make sure of.

Using ascertain: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ascertain" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to ascertain the truth before making a decision.

  • Example

    The police are trying to ascertain the cause of the accident.

  • Example

    We need to ascertain whether the product meets safety standards.

ascertain Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ascertain

Antonyms for ascertain

Phrases with ascertain

  • to determine the true or accurate information about something

    Example

    Before making any accusations, we need to ascertain the facts.

  • to determine the true or accurate information about something

    Example

    The detective was determined to ascertain the truth about the crime.

  • to determine the reason or origin of something

    Example

    The investigators are trying to ascertain the cause of the fire.

Origins of ascertain

from Old French 'certain', meaning 'sure'

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Summary: ascertain in Brief

'Ascertain' [ˌæsərˈteɪn] means to find out something for certain, often by verifying or establishing it. It is commonly used in formal contexts such as legal or scientific investigations, as in 'The police are trying to ascertain the cause of the accident.' 'Ascertain' can also be used in phrases like 'ascertain the facts' and 'ascertain the truth,' which denote the determination of accurate information.