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scrutiny
[ skroot-n-ee ]
noun
- a searching examination or investigation; minute inquiry.
- surveillance; close and continuous watching or guarding.
- a close and searching look.
scrutiny
/ ˈːɪɪ /
noun
- close or minute examination
- a searching look
- (in the early Christian Church) a formal testing that catechumens had to undergo before being baptized
- a similar examination of candidates for holy orders
Other Word Forms
- ԴDz·t·Բ noun plural nonscrutinies
- ·t·Բ noun plural rescrutinies
- -t·Բ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of scrutiny1
Word History and Origins
Origin of scrutiny1
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Example Sentences
Olly Murs says scrutiny of his physique is "disappointing" and "absolutely madness" after pictures of his body before and after a fitness regime prompted a flood of reactions online and in the media.
The overtime revelations come as the union, known as UFLAC, is facing scrutiny from its parent organization over its spending.
Despite Congress’ concerns, there was little scrutiny of the environmental impacts of U.S. military operations and technologies.
But their rising profile has resulted in increased scrutiny and anger about their political statements.
Edison has been under scrutiny since Jan. 7, when videos captured the devastating Eaton wildfire igniting under one of its transmission towers.
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