Associations to the word «Scrutinize»

Wiktionary

SCRUTINIZE, verb. (transitive) To examine something with great care.
SCRUTINIZE, verb. (transitive) To audit accounts etc in order to verify them.

Dictionary definition

SCRUTINIZE, verb. To look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail; "he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror".
SCRUTINIZE, verb. Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification; "audit accounts and tax returns".

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley