Pronunciation

/ɪɡˈzæmɪna/

Definitions

• Verb (v): To inspect or observe something closely and carefully, often for the purpose of discovering information, evaluating quality, or detecting flaws. For example: “The doctor examined the patient thoroughly.”
  • To study or analyze in detail: “She’s examining the effects of climate change on agriculture.”
• Noun (n): The act of examining or the process of inspection and evaluation; a formal test or assessment. For example: “The student prepared rigorously for his upcoming exams.”

Phrases

• “Examine something closely”: To look at or investigate something with great attention to detail.
• “Undergo an examination”: To be subject to a test, medical checkup, or scrutiny.
• “Take an exam”: Participate in a formal assessment or testing process.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “They examined the ancient artifact under a microscope to determine its authenticity.”
• Noun: “After completing all her coursework, she had to sit for a series of final examinations.”

Synonyms

• Scrutinize
• Investigate
• Analyze
• Inspect
• Study
• Assess
• Test
• Evaluate
• Probe
• Review