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investigate deeply

[ɪnˈvɛstɪɡeɪt ˈdiːpli]
verb phrase
investigar profundamente
1. To examine or inquire into something thoroughly and in detail, going beyond surface-level analysis
The detective decided to investigate deeply into the mysterious disappearance.
O detetive decidiu investigar profundamente o desaparecimento misterioso.
2. To conduct a comprehensive examination or study of a subject with great care and attention
Researchers investigate deeply into climate change causes.
Os pesquisadores investigam profundamente as causas das mudanças climáticas.
NYC Slang
dig deep into it / get to the bottom of something
Synonyms
examine thoroughlyinquire intoprobe deeplydelve intoscrutinizelook into closely
Antonyms
ignoreoverlookglance overdismisssuperficial examination

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
investigar profundamente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
investigar a fundo
Alternative common phrasing in São Paulo
Portugal
investigar minuciosamente
Preferred alternative in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave no stone unturned
get to the root of the matter
dig deep
get to the bottom of it
investigar até às raízes
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