searching
5.5
Very careful and deep, trying to find hidden problems
- adjective
- /ˈsɜːrʧɪŋ/
:
profundo
- Her searching questions about his past made him feel vulnerable and exposed.
Where is, you know, the soul searching spiritual films?
- Where is, you know, the soul searching spiritual films?
Examples
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The professor gave a searching analysis of the novel, revealing its deeper themes.
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The detective conducted a searching investigation to uncover the truth behind the crime.
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Where is, you know, the soul searching spiritual films?
Synonyms
3
8.2
Language that uses clear, strong words to criticize ideas
is about deep, thorough probing and revealing analysis rather than sharp forceful style
probing
vssearching
1
6.5
Asking careful questions to find the truth
focuses more on deep revealing examination rather than only uncovering facts
inquisitory
vssearching
8.9
Asking careful questions to find facts or details
emphasizes immediate deep and incisive examination rather than long diligence
Antonyms
Compounds
searching fire
- Specialized
9.9
Shots from guns aimed at different heights to hit targets at various distances
How Probing
Surface Forms
searching positive
Morphology
Etymology
The word searching comes from search, which originally meant 'to go around' when people looked for something, a meaning close to the word circle. So a searching question or look is one that 'goes around' an idea carefully to find hidden facts.