inquire

[ɪnˈkwaɪə(r)]

inquire Definition

• 1. to ask for information
• 2. to make an official investigation about something

Using inquire: Examples

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

• Example

  I called to inquire about job openings.

• Example

  The police are inquiring into the matter.

• Example

  He inquired whether I had finished my work.

• Example

  She inquired after his health.

inquire Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for inquire

• ask
• query
• question
• investigate
• examine

Antonyms for inquire

• answer
• reply

Phrases with inquire

• inquire within

  to ask for information from someone or some organization

  Example

  If you're interested in the position, please inquire within.

• make inquiries

  to ask for information in order to find out more about something

  Example

  I made inquiries about the company before accepting the job offer.

• inquire after someone

  to ask about someone's health or well-being

  Example

  She called to inquire after her friend who had been sick.

Origins of inquire

from Latin 'inquirere', meaning 'to search into'

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Summary: inquire in Brief

The verb 'inquire' [ɪnˈkwaɪə(r)] means to ask for information or to make an official investigation. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'I called to inquire about job openings,' and can be followed by prepositions like 'after' or 'into.' Phrases like 'inquire within' and 'make inquiries' are also common. Synonyms include 'ask,' 'query,' and 'investigate.'