GRE Word List

SCRUTINIZE

to examine closely and minutely

The meaning of the word scrutinize is to examine closely and minutely.

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WordMeaning
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
maula heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
quackto make the characteristic cry of a duck
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
extroverta person whose personality is characterized by extroversion : a typically gregarious and unreserved person who enjoys and seeks out social interaction
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
allegeto assert without proof or before proving