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scrutiny

The word “scrutiny” has 3 syllables: scru-ti-ny

It's pronounced as /ˈskruːtəni/

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In the thesaurus, “scrutiny” has 54 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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Synonyms for scrutiny

Antonyms for scrutiny

Meanings of scrutiny

  • noun
    1. Intense study of someone or something.
    2. Thorough inspection of a situation or a case.
    3. An examination of catechumens, in the last week of Lent, who were to receive baptism on Easter Day.
    4. A ticket, or little paper billet, on which a vote is written.
    5. An examination by a committee of the votes given at an election, for the purpose of correcting the poll.
  • verb
    1. To scrutinize.

Example Sentences

  • The proposal was placed under close scrutiny by the committee.
  • Her actions came under public scrutiny after the incident.
  • The scientist’s research faced intense scrutiny from experts.
  • Financial records are subject to careful scrutiny during audits.
  • The new policy received widespread media scrutiny.

On this page you'll find 66 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scrutiny, such as: analysis, aspect, assay, attention, audit, blink, browse.

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