Scrutiny Synonyms and Antonyms

skro͝otn-ē
The act of examining carefully
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. check
  2. checkup
  3. examination
  4. inspection
  5. perusal
  6. study
  7. view
  8. going-over
The act of observing, often for an extended time
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. examination
  2. analysis
  3. investigation
  4. inspection
  5. watch
  6. observance
  7. observation
  8. observe
  9. surveillance
Antonyms:
  1. cursory look
  2. glance

Words Related to Scrutiny

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Scrutiny Sentence Examples

  • Too aware of his scrutiny, she cleared her throat and pretended to read the iPad.

  • His scrutiny came back to her face and he smiled.

  • She checked her weapons with scrutiny that would've made her father proud and dressed in dark clothing loose enough for her to fight.

  • It follows that a careful scrutiny of the very idea of classes and relations is required.

  • Jackson felt uncomfortable under both women's scrutiny.

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