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
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
discomposeto destroy the composure of
incrustationa crust or hard coating
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
cognitiveof, relating to, being, or involving conscious intellectual activity (such as thinking, reasoning, or remembering)
sonorousproducing sound (as when struck)
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art