examine (Meaning)
examine (v)
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect
question or examine thoroughly and closely
question closely
put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to
examine (v. t.)
To test by any appropriate method; to inspect carefully with a view to discover the real character or state of; to subject to inquiry or inspection of particulars for the purpose of obtaining a fuller insight into the subject of examination, as a material substance, a fact, a reason, a cause, the truth of a statement; to inquire or search into; to explore; as, to examine a mineral; to examine a ship to know whether she is seaworthy; to examine a proposition, theory, or question.
To interrogate as in a judicial proceeding; to try or test by question; as, to examine a witness in order to elicit testimony, a student to test his qualifications, a bankrupt touching the state of his property, etc.
Synonyms & Antonyms of examine
Synonyms:
- cross-question
- give the third degree to
- grill
- annoy
- debrief
- pester
- canvass
- pick the brains of
- hound
- harass
- canvas
- cross-examine
- query
- sweat
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
examine Sentence Examples
- The doctor examined the patient thoroughly to determine the cause of the illness.
- The scientist examined the data carefully, searching for patterns and correlations.
- The art historian examined the painting closely, noting the artist’s brushstrokes and technique.
- The detective examined the crime scene, looking for clues that would lead to the perpetrator.
- The engineer examined the blueprints carefully, checking for any errors or inconsistencies.
- The lawyer examined the contract thoroughly, ensuring that it was legally binding and protected the client’s interests.
- The teacher examined the student’s work, assessing their understanding of the material and their ability to apply it.
- The editor examined the manuscript closely, looking for typos, grammatical errors, and inconsistencies in style.
- The mechanic examined the car carefully, diagnosing the problem and determining the necessary repairs.
- The musician examined the score, practicing the piece and perfecting their interpretation.
FAQs About the word examine
consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning, observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect, questi
interrogate, question,catechize, pump, quiz, cross-question, give the third degree to, grill, annoy, debrief
miss, skim, miss,skim,glance (at or over), glance (at or over),
The doctor examined the patient thoroughly to determine the cause of the illness.
The scientist examined the data carefully, searching for patterns and correlations.
The art historian examined the painting closely, noting the artist’s brushstrokes and technique.
The detective examined the crime scene, looking for clues that would lead to the perpetrator.
