scrutinize

American  

[skroot-n-ahyz] / ˈskrut nˌaɪz /

especially British, scrutinise

verb (used with object)

scrutinized, scrutinizing

1. to examine in detail with careful or critical attention.

   Synonyms:

   search, study, investigate

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verb (used without object)

scrutinized, scrutinizing

1. to conduct a scrutiny.

   Synonyms:

   search, study, investigate

scrutinize British  

/ ˈskruːtɪˌnaɪz /

verb

1. (tr) to examine carefully or in minute detail

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Other Word Forms

• rescrutinize verb (used with object)
• scrutinization noun
• scrutinizer noun
• scrutinizingly adverb
• self-scrutinized adjective
• self-scrutinizing adjective
• unscrutinized adjective
• unscrutinizing adjective
• unscrutinizingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of scrutinize

First recorded in 1665–75; scrutin(y) + -ize

Example Sentences

The nearly 30-year veteran at Amazon has scrutinized unprofitable projects and warned that AI would lead to the company having a smaller workforce in the future.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sources close to the company said Paramount would scrutinize the numerous real estate leases in an effort to bring together far-flung teams into a more centralized space.

From Los Angeles Times

As for Sweeney, this is not the first time the actor has been scrutinized for promotional activity involving clothing.

From Los Angeles Times

The Fed is widely expected to leave interest rates on hold this week, but markets will be scrutinizing accompanying comments for any signals on when rates could be cut again.

From The Wall Street Journal

Authorities are also scrutinizing his oversight of a powerful agency responsible for the research, development and procurement of military hardware.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• analyze
• check
• check out
• comb
• consider
• dissect
• explore
• inspect
• investigate
• look over
• peruse
• pore over
• probe
• scan
• sift
• watch
• weigh