scrutinize

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To examine something with great care or detail, as to look for hidden or obscure flaws.
  2. To audit accounts etc in order to verify them.

Pronunciation

/ˈskɹuːtɨnaɪz/ skro͞otʹn-īz /ˈskɹutn̩ˌaɪz/ en-au-scrutinize.ogg

Word forms

scrutinize scrutinizes scrutinizing scrutinized scrutinise

Etymology

From scrutiny + -ize.

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