Pronunciation

/ɪnˈspekʃən/

Definitions

• Noun: (n) The act of inspecting something carefully, typically for evaluating its quality, condition, or conformity with regulations. Example: “The house underwent a thorough inspection before it was put on the market.”
• Noun: (n) An official visitation or examination, often by an authority figure or professional. Example: “The school inspection will assess the educational standards and facilities.”
• Noun: (n) A formal or periodic review or assessment, such as a military inspection or a vehicle inspection. Example: “The annual safety inspection of the factory revealed several issues that needed addressing.”

Phrases

• “Pass inspection”: to meet the required standards after being inspected. Example: “The restaurant failed to pass the health inspection due to unsanitary conditions.”
• “Under inspection”: currently being examined or evaluated. Example: “The suspect’s home is under inspection by the police.”
• “Subject to inspection”: open to or awaiting careful examination or scrutiny. Example: “All bags are subject to inspection before boarding the plane.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “A building inspector conducted a meticulous inspection of the property for any signs of structural damage.”
• “The food inspector arrived unannounced for a routine inspection of the kitchen.”
• “After the fire, the damaged bridge underwent a comprehensive inspection to determine if it was safe to use again.”

Synonyms

• Examination
• Assessment
• Review
• Evaluation
• Check
• Scrutiny
• Investigation
• Probe
• Audit
• Survey