"Ascertain" synonyms

"Ascertain" means to find out something for certain; to make sure of something. Here are some synonyms, with slight variations in nuance:

Formal Synonyms:

• Determine: This is a very close synonym, often used in formal or technical contexts.
• Establish: Implies setting something firmly or definitively.
• Verify: Suggests confirming the truth or accuracy of something.
• Confirm: Similar to verify, but can also imply strengthening a belief.
• Learn: A more general term, but can be used when the focus is on gaining knowledge.
• Discover: Implies finding something previously unknown.
• Identify: To recognize or establish something as being a particular thing.

Informal Synonyms:

• Find out: A common and versatile synonym.
• Learn: As mentioned above, this can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
• Figure out: Implies using thought or problem-solving to discover something.
• Make sure: Emphasizes the certainty of the information.

Nuances to Consider:

• "Ascertain" often implies a careful or thorough investigation.
• Some synonyms, like "discover," suggest finding something that was previously hidden or unknown.
• "Verify" and "confirm" emphasize the act of checking the accuracy of existing information.
• "Determine" and "establish" imply a degree of finality.

When choosing a synonym, consider the specific context and the level of formality required. 

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By Jerry Ramonyai