Scrutiny ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Scrutiny ( noun )

1. The act of examining something closely, especially in order to detect errors or faults.
2. The state of being closely examined, especially in order to detect errors or faults.
3. A close examination of a person's qualifications, character, and fitness for a job or role.
4. Close attention or observance.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "examination, inspection"): from old french scrutinie, or via latin from scrutari "search into, examine", from scruta "rubbish, refuse".

Examples:

1. The manuscript was subjected to close scrutiny before publication.
2. The company's financial records are under scrutiny.
3. The scrutiny of the job candidate's qualifications was intense.
4. He was under scrutiny for his actions.
5. The security cameras were under scrutiny for any unusual activity.

(As a verb)

Scrutiny ( verb )

1. The act of examining something closely, especially in order to detect errors or faults.
2. The state of being closely examined, especially in order to detect errors or faults.
3. A close examination of a person's qualifications, character, and fitness for a job or role.
4. Close attention or observance.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "examination, inspection"): from old french scrutinie, or via latin from scrutari "search into, examine", from scruta "rubbish, refuse".

Examples:

1. The manuscript was subjected to close scrutiny before publication.
2. The company's financial records are under scrutiny.
3. The scrutiny of the job candidate's qualifications was intense.
4. He was under scrutiny for his actions.
5. The security cameras were under scrutiny for any unusual activity.