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 |
|---|---|
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| lectern | a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| perfidious | of, relating to, or characterized by perfidy |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| blase | apathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary |
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |
| synoptic | affording a general view of a whole |
| levity | excessive or unseemly frivolity |