scrutinize

Meanings

Verb

to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
- "he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror"
examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
To examine something with great care or detail, as to look for hidden or obscure flaws.
To audit accounts etc in order to verify them.

Origin / Etymology

From scrutiny + -ize.

Synonyms

audit, inspect, scrutinise, size up, take stock

Scrabble Score: 21

scrutinize is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
scrutinize is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
scrutinize is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 24

scrutinize is a valid Words With Friends word