Scientific Inquiry Terms

adjective a word that describes a noun or pronoun, in this case, disbelieving describes a person or their actions of not believing something

• The scientist looked at the evidence with a disbelieving expression.
• She raised an eyebrow in a disbelieving manner.
• I was totally disbelieving when I heard the news.
• His disbelieving eyes told a different story than his words.

verb to feel uncertain about something; to have doubts

adjective feeling uncertain or unsure about something

• She was doubting the authenticity of the research findings.
• I'm doubting whether I should go to the party or not.
• I'm seriously doubting his ability to finish the project on time.
• Doubting her own worth, she struggled to find confidence in her abilities.

noun a seeking or request for truth, information, or knowledge

• The committee launched an inquiry into the allegations of corruption.
• The teacher made an inquiry about the missing homework assignment.
• I overheard a group of students gossiping about the inquiry into the cheating scandal.
• His constant questioning and inquiry into the meaning of life led him on a spiritual journey.

verb to open or spread out from a folded position

• The events of the meeting will unfold according to the agenda.
• Let's wait and see how things unfold before making a decision.
• I have a feeling this party is going to unfold into something epic.
• As time passes, the true meaning of his words will slowly unfold.