scrutinize
Translation
to scrutinise, to examine closely, to inspect
Examples
The lawyer will scrutinize every detail of the contract.
The lawyer will scrutinise every detail of the contract.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to scrutinise (sth.) The committee will scrutinise the budget.
Similar Words
Synonyms: examine, inspect, analyze, scan
Etymology
From Latin 'scrutari', meaning 'to search, to examine', originally 'to search through rubbish'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a detective using a magnifying glass to 'scrutinize' a tiny clue.