GRE Word List

SCRUTINIZE

to examine closely and minutely

The meaning of the word scrutinize is to examine closely and minutely.

Random words

WordMeaning
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
abstrusedifficult to comprehend : recondite
frictionthe rubbing of one body against another
resignrelegate
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
incarnationthe act of incarnating : the state of being incarnate
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion