Dictionary entries for 'examine'

Synonyms

ex·am·ine (ĭg-zăḿĭn)

[Middle English examinen, from Old French examiner, from Latin exāmināre, from exāmen, a weighing out, from exigere, to weigh out; see exact.]

transitive verb: -ined, -in·ing, -ines.

1. To observe carefully or critically; inspect: examined the room for clues.
2. To study or analyze: examine a tissue sample under a microscope; examine the structure of a novel; examine one's own motives.
To test or check the condition or health of: examine a patient.
To determine the qualifications, aptitude, or skills of by means of questions or exercises.
To question formally, as to elicit facts or information; interrogate: examine a witness under oath. See synonyms at ask