scrutinize, scan, inspect, examine mean to look at or over. scrutinize stresses close attention to minute detail. scrutinized the hospital bill scan implies a surveying from point to point often suggesting a cursory overall observation. scanned the wine list inspect implies scrutinizing for errors or defects.

What does it mean when someone is scrutinize?

to examine in detail with careful or critical attention. verb (used without object), scru·ti·nized, scru·ti·niz·ing. to conduct a scrutiny.

What does scrutinize mean example?

4. To scrutinize is to look at something very closely or very carefully. An example of scrutinize is when you study a painting on the wall to pick up every tiny detail. verb.