inspect

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

To look at something carefully to check for problems or details.

Example Sentences

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

The engineer inspected the bridge for cracks.

Example Expressions

inspect the premises

Synonyms

examine, check, review, survey, scrutinize, analyze

Entry 1

examine, check, review, survey, scrutinize

Entry 2

examine, check, review, scrutinize, analyze

Antonyms

ignore, overlook, neglect, disregard

Entry 1

ignore, overlook, neglect, disregard

Entry 2

ignore, neglect

Collocations

inspect carefully, inspect thoroughly, inspect building, inspect quality, inspect the site, safety inspector

Entry 1

inspect carefully, inspect thoroughly, inspect building, inspect quality

Entry 2

inspect carefully, inspect thoroughly, inspect the site, safety inspector