Examine
/ɪɡˈzæmɪn/noun
To inspect or scrutinize carefully.
Did you know?The word 'examine' stems from a Latin term meaning 'to weigh,' hinting at the heavy scrutiny of one's character or intentions in ancient assessments.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
examinare
“to weigh or test, implying a careful evaluation of worth or truth.”
Old French
Old French
examiner
“to try or test, reflecting the idea of judgment or examination.”
14th Century
Middle English
examinare
“to test, probe, or evaluate, used in contexts of legal and moral scrutiny.”
Modern English
English
examine
“to inspect closely, carrying forward the weighty implications of judgment from its origins.”