examine
to inspect or scrutinize carefully: to examine a prospective purchase.
to observe, test, or investigate (a person's body or any part of it), especially in order to evaluate general health or determine the cause of illness.
to inquire into or investigate: to examine one's motives.
to test the knowledge, reactions, or qualifications of (a pupil, candidate, etc.), as by questions or assigning tasks.
to subject to legal inquisition; put to question in regard to conduct or to knowledge of facts; interrogate: to examine a witness;to examine a suspect.
Origin of examine
1Other words for examine
Other words from examine
- ex·am·in·a·ble, adjective
- ex·am·i·na·to·ri·al [ig-zam-uh-nuh-tawr-ee-uhl, -tohr-], /ɪgˌzæm ə nəˈtɔr i əl, -ˈtoʊr-/, adjective
- ex·am·in·er, noun
- ex·am·in·ing·ly, adverb
- pre·ex·am·ine, verb (used with object), pre·ex·am·ined, pre·ex·am·in·ing.
- pre·ex·am·in·er, noun
- sub·ex·am·in·er, noun
- su·per·ex·am·in·er, noun
- un·ex·am·in·a·ble, adjective
- un·ex·am·ined, adjective
- un·ex·am·in·ing, adjective
- well-ex·am·ined, adjective
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How to use examine in a sentence
Taking him at his word that he wants to help, it’s worth examining how his donations could have the biggest and most equitable impact.
Can Billionaires Really Save Us from Climate Disaster? | Heather Hansman | February 12, 2021 | Outside OnlineA new biweekly podcast called Sex Outside, which launched February 11, examines how outdoor pursuits, sex, gender, and bodies flow into each other.
A New Podcast Explores Sex in the Great Outdoors | Heather Hansman | February 12, 2021 | Outside OnlineThe first, released last fall, examined the risk of disease transmission aboard aircraft.
Airports have taken steps to reduce coronavirus transmission but risks still remain, study says | Lori Aratani | February 12, 2021 | Washington PostLet’s examine each of these winter weather possibilities and also look back at how much snow fell from the first wave on Wednesday night.
Snow expected tonight, mainly south of D.C., before possible ice on Saturday | Jason Samenow, Wes Junker | February 11, 2021 | Washington PostThe onus is on the player to carefully examine surroundings to figure out where to go and what to do next.
‘Little Nightmares II’ made me dread every moment. And I loved it. | Elise Favis | February 9, 2021 | Washington Post
It is also the first study to thoroughly examine emergency department use for post-abortion care.
Abortion Complications Are Rare, No Matter What the Right Says | Samantha Allen | December 8, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTAny institution striving to examine such an iconic figure would find formidable challenges.
It is simply that we have failed to understand and examine the factors that are putting young gay men at risk.
It was a strangely shaped block, due to the area once being underwater, and he took it home with him to examine closer.
The Postman Who Built a Palace in France…by Hand | Nina Strochlic | November 20, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTGillespie had forensic-imaging experts examine photos taken of the plane and its patched-over window at the Miami airport.
Monsieur le Maire,” said he, “I should like to examine the premises, and beg that you will have the kindness to accompany me.
The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol | William J. LockeI have not done this before as I had not sufficient leisure to examine them, or do so in the interval allowed by the season.
On nearing the spot, Tom stopped a few moments, and bent down to examine a beautiful flower.
Hunting the Lions | R.M. BallantyneThe farmer stooped down, and raised the shabby bonnet from the face of the woman to examine her more carefully.
The World Before Them | Susanna MoodieWhen cool, replace the acid with water, and examine for hemin crystals with two-thirds and one-sixth objectives.
A Manual of Clinical Diagnosis | James Campbell Todd
British Dictionary definitions for examine
/ (ɪɡˈzæmɪn) /
to look at, inspect, or scrutinize carefully or in detail; investigate
education to test the knowledge or skill of (a candidate) in (a subject or activity) by written or oral questions or by practical tests
law to interrogate (a witness or accused person) formally on oath
med to investigate the state of health of (a patient)
Origin of examine
1Derived forms of examine
- examinable, adjective
- examiner, noun
- examining, adjective
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