Examined
ɪɡˈzæmɪnd
Definitions
To look at something closely and carefully to learn more about it.
ɪɡˈzæmɪn
To inspect or scrutinize something carefully
The scientist examined the sample under a microscope.
💡 Simply: Think of it like being a detective. When you examine something, you're looking at it super closely to find out what's going on, like when you check a toy to see how it works, or your pet to make sure it's okay.
👶 For kids: To look at something very carefully to see what it is or how it works.
More Examples
The lawyer examined the evidence presented in court.
She carefully examined the contract before signing it.
How It's Used
"The doctor examined the patient's wound."
"The students were preparing for the examination."
"The detective examined the crime scene for clues."
From Middle English *examen*, from Old French *examen*, from Latin *examen* ('the tongue of a balance, examination, inquiry'), from *exāmināre* ('to weigh, examine'), from *ex-* ('out') + *āmen* ('scale').
The verb "examine" has been used since the 14th century to denote the act of investigating or scrutinizing something.
Memory tip
Imagine using a magnifying glass (X-AMINE) to carefully inspect something.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: examen