inspective

[ in-spek-tiv ]

/ ɪnˈspɛk tɪv /

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adjective

given to inspection; watchful; attentive.

of or relating to inspection.

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Origin of inspective

From the Late Latin word inspectīvus, dating back to 1600–10. See inspect, -ive

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