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 |
|---|---|
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| errant | behaving wrongly |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| dummy | a person who is incapable of speaking |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| piebald | composed of incongruous parts |