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
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
upbraidto criticize severely : find fault with
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
unwittingnot knowing : unaware
oozea soft deposit (as of mud, slime, or shells) on the bottom of a body of water
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
pliantpliable