'Scrutinize' definitions:

Definition of 'scrutinize'

From: WordNet
verb
To look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail; "he scrutinized his likeness in the mirror" [syn: size up, take stock, scrutinize, scrutinise]
verb
Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification; "audit accounts and tax returns" [syn: audit, scrutinize, scrutinise, inspect]

Definition of 'Scrutinize'

From: GCIDE
  • Scrutinize \Scru"ti*nize\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Scrutinized; p. pr. & vb. n. Scrutinizing.] [From Scrutiny.] To examine closely; to inspect or observe with critical attention; to regard narrowly; as, to scrutinize the measures of administration; to scrutinize the conduct or motives of individuals. [1913 Webster]
  • Whose votes they were obliged to scrutinize. --Ayliffe. [1913 Webster]
  • Those pronounced him youngest who scrutinized his face the closest. --G. W. Cable. [1913 Webster]

Definition of 'Scrutinize'

From: GCIDE
  • Scrutinize \Scru"ti*nize\, v. i. To make scrutiny. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'scrutinize'

From: Moby Thesaurus