Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Explore”
to travel around a place or study something carefully to learn more
Word Family of Explore
What is the noun of explore? — exploration
What is the verb of explore? — explore
What is the adjective of explore? — exploratory
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- She explored the ancient ruins during her vacation in Greece. A2
- The scientists explored new ways to treat the disease. B1
- Let's explore the possibilities before making a decision. B1
Word Form Patterns for Explore
-tion
Adds **-tion** to form a noun describing an action, process, or result. Example: explore → exploration.
Origin and Word Formation of Explore
from French explorer; ex- (out) + plorare (cry out), originally to cry about in searching
Common Word Form Mistakes with Explore
Wrong: They are exploring about new ideas.
Correct: They are exploring new ideas.
Explore is a direct transitive verb. Use object directly without 'about'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Explore
What are the word forms of “explore”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “explore”?
“explore” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “explore” come from?
from French explorer; ex- (out) + plorare (cry out), originally to cry about in searching