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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lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
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terminationend in time or existence : conclusion
awla pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)
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effectuateto cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect