1. A methodical and organized investigation or examination of a subject, following a structured approach and logical procedures
The research team conducted a systematic inquiry into the causes of climate change.
A equipe de pesquisa realizou uma investigação sistemática sobre as causas das mudanças climáticas.
2. A formal process of questioning and examination aimed at discovering facts or truth about something
A systematic inquiry was launched to determine the source of the contamination.
Uma investigação sistemática foi lançada para determinar a fonte da contaminação.