scrutinise
/ˈskrutənaɪz/
verb
- To examine or inspect something very closely and carefully.
- She scrutinised the contract before signing it.
- The teacher scrutinised every essay for signs of plagiarism.
- Auditors scrutinised the company's financial records for any irregularities.
- To look at someone or something with great attention, often in a critical way.
- The detective scrutinised the suspect's face for any sign of guilt.
- He scrutinised the painting for several minutes, noting every brushstroke.
- The crowd scrutinised the new politician as she walked onto the stage.