CEFR C1

scrutiny

noun

Meaning

Critical observation or examination of something, often to detect or correct errors or weaknesses.

Examples

The company's financial records are currently undergoing close scrutiny.
Her performance was subjected to intense scrutiny by the critics.

Synonyms: examination, inspection, analysis, investigation, surveillance

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scrutiny (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈskruːtəni/

Definition

Critical observation or examination of something, often to detect or correct errors or weaknesses.

Examples

The company's financial records are currently undergoing close scrutiny.
Her performance was subjected to intense scrutiny by the critics.
We need to give this proposal a thorough scrutiny before approving it.

How to Use scrutiny

scrutiny of (prepositional phrase): The act of examining something in detail. — "The scrutiny of the documents took several hours."
under scrutiny (prepositional phrase): Being examined or observed very carefully. — "The politician's actions were under public scrutiny."
subject to scrutiny (prepositional phrase): To be the object of examination or criticism. — "The company's practices are subject to regulatory scrutiny."

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