Synonyms of inspection

inspection

noun

in-ˈspek-shən 

as in examination

a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition

a prison cell inspection should include looking under the bed, to say the least

Synonyms & Similar Words

• examination
• audit
• scrutiny
• survey
• scan
• review
• checkup
• view
• analysis
• investigation
• check
• study
• look-see
• going-over
• research
• dissection
• exploration
• reinspection
• deconstruction
• probe
• interrogation
• assay
• observation
• perusal
• inquisition
• surveillance
• recheck
• resurvey
• close-up
• once-over
• checkout
• test-drive
• trial run
• watch

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of inspection

At an Assembly Health Committee hearing in June, Chief Probation Officers of California Legislative Director Danielle Sanchez said these facilities are already subjected to judicious inspection and would not benefit from additional oversight. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Owners are advised to take their vehicle to an authorized BMW dealership for a free inspection. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026

Hawaiian Electric said inspections are showing significant damage, especially in remote areas, and crews were working overnight to restore power to thousands across the Big Island, Maui, and Oahu. — ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026

SpaceX would like to eliminate tile replacements, and even detailed inspections, to turn around its future fleet of Starships multiple times per day. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 18 Aug. 2026