B1verbhealthacademic
US/ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/
UK/ɪɡˈzæm.ɪn/
to look at something carefully to find out about it; also to test someone's knowledge
In context
The doctor examined my throat and said it was only a cold.
The report examines the causes of air pollution in Hanoi.
Police examined the car carefully, looking for evidence of the crime.
Words that go with examine
verb + adverb
- examine closelyThe expert examined the painting closely.
adverb + verb
- carefully examineCarefully examine the contract before signing.
verb + noun
- examine the evidenceThe court will examine the evidence next week.
- examine a patientThe doctor examined the patient again.
- examine the causesThis study examines the causes of stress.