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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
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| repellent | serving or tending to drive away or ward off |
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| halting | marked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness |
| discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |
| fraudulent | characterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |