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inspected

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪnˈspɛktɪd// UK //ɪnspˈɛktɪd// in·spect·ed

adj. carefully checked or looked at by an expert to make sure everything is correct and safe.

adj. having been examined officially or closely to ensure compliance with standards or to detect flaws. Often used as a participial adjective following a linking verb or preceding a noun.


SIMPLE

The car was inspected and passed the safety test.

CONTEXTUAL

The health department officer left a signed certificate after the kitchen was thoroughly inspected for cleanliness.

COMPLEX

Every piece of equipment is rigorously inspected before the mission begins to minimize the risk of mechanical failure in the field.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly follows linking verbs like 'was', 'remains', or 'appeared'.

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