Investigative Journalism Terms

noun a person who seeks information or guidance; someone who asks questions or investigates

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• The enquirer requested more information regarding the company's financial performance.
• The enquirer wanted to know more about the party happening next weekend.
• The enquirer was snooping around asking about everyone's business.
• The enquirer's curiosity was like a relentless detective, always seeking out new information.

noun a judicial inquiry to ascertain the facts relating to an incident, such as a death

• The inquest into the cause of death is scheduled for next week.
• They're holding an inquest to figure out what happened.
• I heard they're doing some kind of inquest to get to the bottom of it.
• The inquest into the company's financials revealed some troubling discrepancies.

noun a person who asks questions or seeks information

• The inquirer requested more information about the company's financial performance.
• The inquirer wanted to know more about how the business is doing financially.
• The curious cat was the main inquirer about the new project.
• The inquirer delved deep into the mysteries of the ancient ruins.

noun a person's mind that is curious and eager to learn or investigate

• An inquiring mind is essential for scientific research.
• She always has an inquiring mind, asking lots of questions.
• Dude, you've got such an inquiring mind, always wanting to know everything.
• Having an inquiring mind is like having a thirst for knowledge that can never be quenched.

noun a type of journalism that seeks to expose corruption or wrongdoing in politics or business

• The journalist engaged in muckraking to uncover corruption within the government.
• The reporter was muckraking to dig up some dirt on the local politician.
• The blogger was muckraking to spill the tea on the celebrity scandal.
• The activist's muckraking efforts aimed to expose the hidden truths behind the industry's practices.

noun a legal term that refers to evidence that is sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption of fact unless rebutted

adjective used to describe evidence or arguments that are sufficient on their face and do not require further proof

• The evidence presented is prima facie and suggests the defendant's guilt.
• At first glance, it seems like the defendant is guilty based on the evidence.
• Looks like the defendant is in trouble, judging by the evidence.
• The surface-level evidence paints a clear picture of the defendant's involvement.

verb to make known or disclose something that was previously unknown

adjective giving insight or information; showing or indicating something

• The report contained revealing information about the company's financial status.
• She was wearing a revealing dress to the party last night.
• I can't believe he posted that revealing photo on social media.
• His actions were revealing of his true character.

noun the action or process of revealing or making known something that was previously hidden or secret

verb to reveal or make known something that was previously hidden or secret

• The forensic team is currently uncovering new evidence at the crime scene.
• I heard they're uncovering some juicy gossip about the new employee.
• They're digging deep and uncovering all the dirt on that shady politician.
• Through meditation, we are capable of uncovering our true selves and inner peace.