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Inspect: Definition, Usage & Examples Explained (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：examine carefully (inspect)

inspect 🔊

/ɪnˈspekt/

vt.

To look at something very carefully to see if it is correct, good enough, or has any problems.

Inspect meaning illustrated: person carefully examining a document in detail.

examine carefully 🔊

➕

/ɪɡˈzæmɪn ˈkeəfəli/

vt.

To look at something with great attention to detail to ensure it is correct, adequate, or free from problems.

📁 Category：School Education 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'inspectare': 'in-' (into) + 'specere' (to look).

💡 Mnemonic

IN + SPECT: look INTO with attention, like inside spectacles.

📖 Example

Before you hand in your homework, inspect it for any spelling mistakes. 🔊 Before submitting your homework, carefully examine it for spelling errors.

🔗 Collocations

inspect thoroughly – to examine in great detail

inspect for errors – to look for mistakes

inspect a document – to carefully review a written piece

🔄 Synonyms

examine (vt.) – to look at something closely and critically

check (vt.) – to verify or inspect briefly for accuracy

scrutinize (vt.) – to examine meticulously and in depth

🚫 Antonyms

ignore (vt.) – to pay no attention to or disregard

overlook (vt.) – to fail to notice or inspect

🌱 Derivatives

inspection (n.) – the act or process of inspecting

inspector (n.) – a person who inspects or examines officially

📖 Cultural Story

Derived from Latin 'inspectare' (to look into), historically used for official examinations in Roman governance, now common in regulatory checks.

Meaning 2：officially check (inspect)

inspect 🔊

/ɪnˈspekt/

vt.

To make an official visit to a place (like a school or factory) to check that rules are being followed and standards are met.

Official inspection scene: uniformed inspector checking industrial kitchen equipment.

officially check 🔊

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/əˈfɪʃəli tʃek/

vt.

To conduct an official visit to a place to verify that rules, standards, or regulations are being followed.

📁 Category：Laws & Regulations 🔖 Level：Intermediate

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

A health inspector will inspect the restaurant’s kitchen next week to make sure it’s clean. 🔊 A health official will check the restaurant's kitchen next week for cleanliness.

🔗 Collocations

inspect premises – to officially examine a building or area

inspect for compliance – to check if rules or standards are followed

inspect a facility – to evaluate a place officially for safety or quality

🔄 Synonyms

audit (vt.) – to officially examine financial records or processes for accuracy

survey (vt.) – to examine or assess formally, often in a regulatory context

examine (vt.) – to inspect closely, especially in an official capacity

🚫 Antonyms

approve (vt.) – to accept or sanction without detailed inspection

neglect (vt.) – to fail to inspect or care for properly

🌱 Derivatives

inspection (n.) – the official act of inspecting

inspector (n.) – an official who conducts inspections