scrutiny
gb/skɹˈutɪni/ us/skɹˈutɪni/
C1
Англійська
~ 8400
Значення
0 значень
Іменник
C1
action
1
careful and detailed examination
Careful and complete looking at something to find information or possible problems.
Модель уживання:
scrutiny of [something]
Поширена помилка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'scrutiny' with 'screen' or 'security' because of similar sounds. Another common mistake is using the wrong preposition, e.g. saying *'in scrutiny'* instead of *'under scrutiny'* or *'subject to scrutiny'*. Also, 'scrutiny' is usually used as an uncountable noun in general contexts (e.g. *'under scrutiny'*, not *'under a scrutiny'*) even though a countable use is possible in formal writing.
Синоніми
examination (A broad, neutral word; can be less intense or detailed than 'scrutiny'.)
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inspection (Often used for checking physical objects or documents, sometimes in official contexts.)
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analysis (Focuses more on thinking and breaking something into parts, often in academic or technical contexts.)
Антоніми
neglect (Suggests not giving something the attention or careful checking that scrutiny would provide.)
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glance (A very quick, surface look, the opposite of detailed scrutiny.)
Словосполучення
close scrutiny
|careful scrutiny
|detailed scrutiny
|intense scrutiny
|subject to scrutiny
|under scrutiny
Теми
research
|business
|education
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- The new policy is currently under close scrutiny by independent experts.
- After careful scrutiny of the data, the researchers found several errors.
- Her application did not withstand the scrutiny of the selection committee.
- The contract will be subject to legal scrutiny before it is signed.
- Every detail of the design came under intense scrutiny during the review.
Навчальні приклади
- The teacher put the report under close scrutiny.
- After much scrutiny, they found a small mistake.
- The company’s accounts are now under scrutiny.
- The plan will face careful scrutiny from the board.
- His work did not pass the scrutiny of the examiners.
unknown
C1
action
2
public or official critical attention
Strong and careful watching of a person or group by the public, news media, or officials, usually to look for problems or bad behavior.
Модель уживання:
[someone/something] is under scrutiny
Поширена помилка:
Learners may not realize that in this sense 'scrutiny' usually has a negative or at least uncomfortable feeling, because it often suggests people are looking for mistakes or bad behavior. They sometimes say *'on scrutiny'* instead of the fixed phrase *'under scrutiny'* when describing public or media attention.
Синоніми
oversight (In this sense, refers to official or supervisory watching, but can sound more neutral and less critical than 'scrutiny'.)
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spotlight (Stresses public or media attention and visibility, not always as focused or critical as 'scrutiny'.)
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exposure (Emphasizes being visible and known to the public, which can lead to scrutiny but is not itself examination.)
Антоніми
privacy (The state of being away from public attention, the opposite of being under scrutiny.)
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obscurity (Being unknown or unnoticed, so not subject to scrutiny.)
Словосполучення
public scrutiny
|media scrutiny
|political scrutiny
|come under scrutiny
|face scrutiny
|escape scrutiny
Теми
politics
|media
|law
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Приклади
- The minister’s expenses have come under intense media scrutiny.
- Big tech companies are facing growing scrutiny from regulators.
- After the accident, the safety record of the airline was placed under public scrutiny.
- The charity welcomed scrutiny of its finances to show it had nothing to hide.
- Many celebrities live their lives under constant scrutiny from the press.
Навчальні приклади
- The company is now under media scrutiny.
- Her actions are under public scrutiny after the report.
- The police face strong scrutiny from the community.
- The new law is under political scrutiny.
- The mayor’s travel costs are under scrutiny by the press.
Іменник
technical
C2
action
3
official re-checking of votes
An official careful check of votes in an election to make sure the result is correct.
Модель уживання:
scrutiny of [votes/results]
Поширена помилка:
Learners may not recognize this as a specialized election-related meaning and may think it simply means 'looking at' the votes, rather than a formal legal process.
Синоніми
recount (Common term for counting votes again; focuses more on the counting than on the broader checking process implied by 'scrutiny'.)
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review (A general term for looking over results again; may be less formal or specific than an official 'scrutiny'.)
Антоніми
certification (Formal confirmation that results are final and correct, usually done after any possible scrutiny or recount.)
Словосполучення
demand a scrutiny
|electoral scrutiny
|scrutiny of ballots
|scrutiny of votes
|under judicial scrutiny
Теми
politics
|law
|elections
Приклади
- The losing candidate requested a judicial scrutiny of the vote in several districts.
- Under the election rules, parties may call for a scrutiny of disputed ballots.
- The court ordered a full scrutiny of the postal votes before declaring the final result.
Навчальні приклади
- The party asked for a scrutiny of the votes.
- After the election, there was a scrutiny of some ballot boxes.
- The judge ordered a new scrutiny of the results.
- They demanded scrutiny of all postal ballots.
Граматика
Словникова форма
scrutiny
IPA
GB/skɹˈutɪni/
US/skɹˈutɪni/
Склади й наголос
scru - tiny (2 склади)
Stress on 1st syllable (scru)
Форми слова
Noun
- Base: scrutiny
- Plural: scrutinies, scrutiny
Споріднені слова
Forms
scrutinies
noun
Core family
scrutinize
verb C1
Advanced or less common
inscrutable
adjective C1
Вирази
be open to scrutiny
1/bˈi ˈoʊpən tə skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
formal
available for others to examine
To allow other people to look at and check something very carefully.
Приклади
- All the data will be open to scrutiny by independent reviewers.
- Public institutions should be open to scrutiny to maintain trust.
close scrutiny
1/klˈoʊs skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
very detailed examination
Very careful and detailed checking of something.
Приклади
- The documents did not stand up to close scrutiny.
- The figures will be subject to close scrutiny from auditors.
come under scrutiny
1/kˈʌm ˈʌndɚ skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
start being examined carefully
To start being watched and checked very carefully by other people, often because of a problem or question.
Приклади
- The charity’s spending has come under scrutiny from regulators.
- Several government contracts have come under scrutiny in recent weeks.
escape scrutiny
1/ɪskˈeɪp skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
avoid being carefully examined
To not be checked or watched carefully, even when maybe it should be.
Приклади
- The errors in the report somehow escaped scrutiny.
- Small local projects often escape scrutiny from national media.
face scrutiny
1/fˈeɪs skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
experience close, critical examination
To be in a situation where people look at you or your actions very carefully, often to find problems.
Приклади
- The organization is facing increasing scrutiny over its environmental record.
- He knew his decision would face scrutiny from shareholders.
subject to scrutiny
1/sˈʌbd͡ʒɪkt tə skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
formal
required to be examined closely
Must be checked and looked at very carefully.
Приклади
- All expenses claimed will be subject to scrutiny by the finance department.
- The deal is subject to scrutiny from competition authorities.
under scrutiny
1/ˈʌndɚ skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
being carefully examined by others
Being watched and checked very carefully by other people, often to find mistakes or problems.
Приклади
- The company’s hiring practices are under scrutiny after the investigation.
- His research methods are now under scrutiny from other scientists.
intense scrutiny
1/ɪntˈɛns skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
formal
very close and careful examination
Very close and careful examination by other people, often by the public or the media.
Приклади
- The company’s finances are under intense scrutiny from regulators.
- Politicians often face intense scrutiny during election campaigns.
intense scrutiny
2/ɪntˈɛns skɹˈutɪni/
fixed phrase
extremely strong examination
Very strong and serious careful looking at something, often by many people.
Приклади
- The project has been under intense scrutiny from the media.
- Her work attracted intense scrutiny from other experts in the field.