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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WordMeaning
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
perfidiousof, relating to, or characterized by perfidy
culpablemeriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
buccaneerany of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
synopticaffording a general view of a whole
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity