CEFR B1

inspection

noun

Meaning

A formal or systematic examination or review of something to assess its condition, quality, or compliance with standards.

Examples

The fire department conducted an inspection of the restaurant's kitchen.
A thorough inspection of the vehicle revealed several mechanical problems.

Synonyms: check, review, examination, audit

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inspection (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈspɛkʃən/

Definition

A formal or systematic examination or review of something to assess its condition, quality, or compliance with standards.

Examples

The fire department conducted an inspection of the restaurant's kitchen.
A thorough inspection of the vehicle revealed several mechanical problems.
The quality control team performs a final inspection before products are shipped.

How to Use inspection

inspection of (prepositional phrase): Used to specify what is being examined. — "The inspection of the bridge revealed significant structural damage."
inspection for (prepositional phrase): Used to specify the reason or criteria for the examination. — "The inspection for pests found evidence of termites in the attic."

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