Word PartsPrefix = none
Root = scrut (to examine) Suffix = -y (forms a noun) |
Word FormsNoun = Scrutiny, Scrutinization, Scrutinizer
Verb = Scrutinize Adjective = Scrutinous Adverb = Scrutinizingly |
The suspect's alibi crumbled under the scrutiny of the detectives. The scrutiny the scientists gave the space shuttle lead to the discovery of a faulty part. The scrutiny of the bill proved it to be counterfeit. Scrutinize the product, the packaging and the labeling before opening the package. http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/scrutinize?qsrc=2446 |