Reviewing
/rɪˈvjuːɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo look at, examine, or assess something again or carefully.
/rɪˈvjuːɪŋ/
To examine or assess something formally with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.
The editor is reviewing the manuscript before it goes to print.
💡 Simply: It's like when your teacher checks your homework again, or when you watch a movie trailer and then decide if you want to see the whole movie. You're taking another look!
👶 For kids: Looking at something again to make sure it's good or to see if it's okay.
More Examples
We are reviewing the contract terms before signing.
The company is reviewing its marketing strategy.
How It's Used
"The manager is reviewing the quarterly financial reports."
"The professor is reviewing student essays."
"The court is reviewing the case's evidence."
To write an evaluation of something, like a book, movie, or product.
/rɪˈvjuːɪŋ/
To write or deliver a critical evaluation of a book, play, film, product, etc.
The newspaper is reviewing the new play.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're telling your friend if a new game is worth playing or if a book is exciting! You are reviewing it.
👶 For kids: Telling people what you think about a book, movie, or toy.
More Examples
She is reviewing the restaurant's menu online.
He is reviewing the latest technological gadgets.
How It's Used
"The critic is reviewing the new novel."
"He is reviewing the latest movie release."
"The blogger is reviewing the new smartphone."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
Under review
Being examined or considered.
"The application is currently under review."
In review
Taking a look at something.
"The company is in review of its current marketing strategy."
From Middle French *revoir* (to see again), from *re-* (again) + *voir* (to see), ultimately from Latin *vidēre*.
The word 'review' has been used since the 14th century, initially meaning 'to view again'. The meaning expanded to include critical assessment during the 18th century.
Memory tip
Think of a judge RE-VIEWING a case - looking at it again to make sure it's fair.
Word Origin
"to see"