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Synonyms & Similar Words
verify
confirm
inspect
examine
review
assess
evaluate
test
probe
investigate
scrutinize
analyze
appraise
audit
control
regulate
monitor
supervise
oversee
detect
discover
find
notice
observe
perceive
recognize
identify
authenticate
validate
certify
cross-check
double-check
recheck
re-examine
re-evaluate
Meaning of Check
The primary meaning of the word "check" is to examine or inspect something carefully.
Definitions
- To examine or inspect something carefully in order to determine its condition, quality, or accuracy
- * To test or verify the validity or accuracy of something
- * To stop or slow down something, such as a movement or a process
- * A mark or symbol used to indicate that something has been checked or verified
Etymology of Check
The word "check" comes from the Old French word "escheque", which is derived from the Arabic word "shah", meaning "king", and was originally used as a term in chess
The word has been used in English since the 14th century, initially in the context of chess, and later expanded to include various other meanings, such as to examine or inspect something
Example Uses
- The teacher will check our homework to make sure it's complete
- * The doctor will check your blood pressure to see if it's normal
- * The company will check the quality of the products before shipping them