GRE Word List
SCRUTINIZE
to examine closely and minutely
The meaning of the word scrutinize is to examine closely and minutely.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ordinance | an authoritative decree or direction : order |
| reprisal | a retaliatory act |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| ingenuous | showing innocent or childlike simplicity and candidness |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| diverge | to move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| oligarchy | government by the few |
| stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |