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scrutinize

verb scru·ti·nize \ˈskrü-tə-ˌnīz\

: to examine (something) carefully especially in a critical way

scru·ti·nizedscru·ti·niz·ing

Full Definition of SCRUTINIZE

transitive verb
:  to examine closely and minutely
intransitive verb
:  to make a scrutiny
scru·ti·niz·er noun
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First Known Use of SCRUTINIZE

1671

Synonym Discussion of SCRUTINIZE

scrutinize, scan, inspect, examine mean to look at or over. scrutinize stresses close attention to minute detail <scrutinized the hospital bill>. scan implies a surveying from point to point often suggesting a cursory overall observation <scanned the wine list>. inspect implies scrutinizing for errors or defects <inspected my credentials>. examine suggests a scrutiny in order to determine the nature, condition, or quality of a thing <examined the specimens>.

Rhymes with SCRUTINIZE

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SCRUTINIZE Defined for Kids

scrutinize

verb scru·ti·nize \ˈskrü-tə-ˌnīz\
scru·ti·nizedscru·ti·niz·ing

Definition of SCRUTINIZE for Kids

:  to examine very closely <… I stood still and scrutinized the place where I'd seen movement. — Avi, Crispin>

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