AUDITS Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

audits 1 of 2

noun

plural of audit

as in inspections

a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition an energy audit of our house showed that we were losing lots of heat and needed to upgrade the insulation

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audits

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verb

present tense third-person singular of audit

as in surveys

to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) audited the equipment to make sure that everything was in working order

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Recent Examples of audits

Noun

The Next Level Apparel partner also contends that ongoing testing programs are more effective at catching substitution risks as supply chains shift over time, particularly compared with periodic audits or one-time reviews. —

Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 May 2026 The incumbent has conducted fewer than 50 audits and reports during his tenure, which compares to more than 200 reports and audits conducted during his predecessor’s first term. —

Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026 The controller uses audits and reports to hold entities and other governmental agencies accountable. —

Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026 The Single Friendly Church Network found that when congregations conducted demographic audits, many were surprised by the results. —

Peter McGraw, The Conversation, 23 Apr. 2026 Independent audits verify the metals exist Another important safeguard built into the gold IRA storage system is independent auditing. —

Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026 Numerous audits, recounts and lawsuits across the country failed to turn up evidence of widespread voter fraud that could have changed the election's results. —

Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 10 Mar. 2026 Importantly, those annual audits have consistently confirmed that there are no material weaknesses in the organization’s financial controls. —

Helen Amos, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2026 Both audits found the sheriff’s office relied on former inmates to reach out and request their funds, which is a violation of the Texas Government Code. —

John Lomax V, Houston Chronicle, 22 Feb. 2026

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In Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam, workers report intimidation, surveillance and firing threats to suppress organizing—all tactics that audits routinely miss. —

Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for audits

Noun

The best termite prevention methods are moisture control, removal of debris and firewood near the home, and regular inspections for activity.

— Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
State compliance data shows the center had no citations on its last two inspections on March 20 and April 17.

— Lina Ruiz May 14, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026