Words for the Wise

Examines

Syllable Breaks: E - xa - mines

Synonym: check, explore, revise, investigate

Antonym: overlook, ignore

Glossary Definition:

It's when someone checks something out really well, to see the details about it.

Part of Speech:

Verb

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How many syllables are there in "examine"? Clap them out! There are 3 syllables in "Examine". Can you say them out loud?

Lets use "examine" in a sentence. For example: "The dentist examines the patient's mouth to make sure he doesn't have cavities".

What part of speech is the word "examine"? It's a verb. This is because it's an action, something you can do.