inspect
/ɪnˈspɛkt/verb2 syllables
Inspect means: examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification.
Synonyms for inspect5
verb, as in examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
verb, as in come to see in an official or professional capacity
What does inspect mean?3
verb
1
examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification“audit accounts and tax returns”
2
come to see in an official or professional capacity“The governor visited the prison”
3
look over carefully“Please inspect your father's will carefully”
Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.
What rhymes with inspect?36
two syllables
three syllables
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Inspect in a sentence
- If you don't mind, may we inspect your suitcase?CK
- Sir, can we quickly inspect your luggage please?alec
- Inspect your tires for wear and tear, and replace them if necessary.CK
- Inspect utensils for signs of wear and tear, like loose handles.Amastan
- After inspecting the farm, he went to see the goats and their young herdsman.Hybrid
- To prevent hijacks, all carry-on baggage is carefully inspected.gin
- When we inspected the tank last week, it wasn't leaking.CK
- You should inspect the car well before you buy it.CK
Sentences from Tatoeba, CC BY 2.0 FR, credited to their authors.
Forms of inspect
as a verb
- past tense
- inspected
- present participle
- inspecting
- third-person singular
- inspects
- past participle
- inspected