verb
- to examine something very carefully and thoroughly
Usage: transitive verb
Examples
- The detective scrutinized the evidence for clues.
- She scrutinized the contract before signing it.
- The teacher scrutinized each student’s essay carefully.
- Scientists scrutinize data to find patterns.
- The judge scrutinized the witness’s testimony.
- He scrutinized his reflection in the mirror.
- The auditor will scrutinize all financial records.