Synonyms of inspecting

inspecting

verb

present participle of inspect

as in examining

to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)

inspected the collie before the dog show

Synonyms & Similar Words

• examining
• reviewing
• scanning
• surveying
• viewing
• scrutinizing
• analyzing
• watching
• auditing
• overseeing
• checking (out)
• investigating
• exploring
• conning
• going over
• studying
• dissecting
• noticing
• combing
• overlooking
• researching
• observing
• perusing
• probing
• classifying
• parsing
• plumbing
• categorizing
• poring (over)
• delving (into)
• resurveying
• reinspecting
• picking over
• rereviewing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• missing
• glancing (at or over)
• skimming

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of inspecting

Dozens of Civil Guard officers, some wearing the white protective suits used by forensic investigators, were inspecting the scene and gathering evidence. — José Bautista Carlos Barragán José Bautista James McManagan, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026

But curation, even sharp curation, is not the same as inspecting a car. — Joel Feder, The Drive, 28 Oct. 2026

How to Prevent Washing Machine Leaks Wyborn recommends inspecting your washing machine quickly every month and more thoroughly every six months. — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 27 Oct. 2026

The city’s Codes Compliance Division is evaluating and inspecting the site. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026

The City of Williamsburg’s Codes Compliance Division is evaluating and inspecting the site. — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2026

City crews have also been clearing more than 31,000 catch basins and drainage systems and inspecting and reinforcing vulnerable hillsides and burn areas, including Pacific Palisades, Bass said in a statement. — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026

However, Troy Richardson, an engineer with experience building and inspecting roller coasters, said the March inspection's note about bushings could be significant. — Graham Kates, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026

In late September, video showed Wang going through the victim’s desk before picking up his coffee tin, opening and inspecting its contents, the police affidavit said. — Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026