examined
verb
Form of examine , past tense of examine.
Simple meaning
Observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɪɡˈzæmənd
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Definition
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verb
past tense of examine
Observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect
“The customs agent examined the baggage.”
past tense of examine
To observe or inspect carefully or critically.
past tense of examine
To check the health or condition of something or someone.
past tense of examine
To determine the aptitude, skills or qualifications of someone by subjecting them to an examination.
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This meaning: Observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect
Used this way, examined is a common word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
“The customs agent examined the baggage.”
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Common
- Connotation
- Careful and exacting
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
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Someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications.
The act of examining something closely (as for mistakes).
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