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Synonyms of investigator

7 similar words

Another word for investigator is detective. Other synonyms of investigator are Inv., sleuth and dick.

Synonyms and similar words for investigator

nounOne who investigates.

  • detectiveA police officer tasked with collecting evidence and information in order to solve a crime; an investigator.
  • dick
  • gumshoe
  • Inv.Investigator. (as a title).
  • indagatorAn investigator.
  • private eyeA private personal detective, employed to gather information about someone.
  • sleuthA detective.

Meaning of investigator

  1. noun One who investigates.

Full definition of investigator

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Questions about synonyms of investigator

What is another word for investigator?
Investigator has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as detective, Inv., sleuth and dick.
What does investigator mean?
Investigator means one who investigates.

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