Examiner — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

Meaning & Definition of Examiner

Examiner (verb)

to inspect closely
to test the condition of
to inquire into carefully, investigate

Examiner (noun)

a usually appointed public officer whose duties are similar to those of a coroner but who is typically required to have specific medical training (as in pathology) and is qualified to conduct medical examinations and autopsies
a person appointed to hold hearings and to investigate and report facts sometimes with recommendations to an administrative or quasi-judicial agency or tribunal
the examination of a witness who has already testified in order to check or discredit the witness's testimony, knowledge, or credibility

Examiner (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

as in inspector

similar: inspector, field-worker, empiric, empiricist, fact finder, monitor, observer, experimenter, investigator, researcher

Related Entry: Examine (verb)

Examine is a different word from Examiner. The synonyms below are for examine, not for examiner.

to put a series of questions to

"the defense attorney was eager to examine her star witness"

similar: catechize, grill, interrogate, pump, query, question, quiz, sweat (slang), give the third degree to, pick the brains of

related: debrief, cross-examine, cross-question, annoy, harass, hound, pester, canvass, poll
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)

"the customer painstakingly examined the antique piece of furniture from top to bottom before purchasing it"

similar: audit, check (out), con, inspect, overlook, oversee, review, scan, scrutinize, survey, view, go over

related: notice, observe, watch, comb, peruse, pore (over), analyze, dissect, parse, delve (into), explore, investigate, plumb, probe, research, study, categorize, classify, pick over, reinspect, rereview, resurvey

near: skim, glance (at or over), miss
to search through or into

"a groundbreaking study that examined the causes of juvenile delinquency"

similar: delve (into), dig (into), explore, inquire (into), investigate, look (into), probe, research, check into, check up on

related: inspect, sift, study, view, browse, cruise, peruse, scan, skim (through), surf, thumb (through), reinvestigate

Related Entry: Medical examiner (noun)

Medical examiner is a different word from Examiner. The synonyms below are for medical examiner, not for examiner.

as in coroner, pathologist

similar: coroner, pathologist, croaker (slang), doc, doctor, medic, medico, physician, sawbones (slang), anesthesiologist, dermatologist, gynecologist, internist, neurologist, ob-gyn, obstetrician, ophthalmologist, optometrist, orthopedist, pediatrician, physiatrist, podiatrist, radiologist, urologist, family doctor, family physician, family practitioner, general practitioner, attending, clinician, hospitalist, specialist, plastic surgeon, surgeon, intern, resident, aidman, nurse, nurse-practitioner

opposite: nondoctor, nonphysician

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Examiner

The most common words with a similar meaning to Examiner:

inspector, field-worker, empiric, empiricist, fact finder, monitor, observer, experimenter, investigator, researcher

Word Forms of Examiner

Inflections: examined, examining

Derived words: examinable (adjective), examiner (noun), cross-examine (verb), cross-examiner (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Examiner

Middle English, from Anglo-French examiner, from Latin examinare, from examen

First known use: 14th centuryt

Words & Phrases Containing Examiner

medical examiner, trial examiner

Frequently Asked Questions about Examiner

What does "Examiner" mean?

"Examiner" means to inspect closely. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to inspect closely.

What is another word for "Examiner"?

Other words for "Examiner" include inspector, field-worker, empiric, empiricist, fact finder, monitor, observer and experimenter. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Examiner" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Examiner"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Examiner". Common alternatives include inspector, field-worker, empiric, empiricist, fact finder, monitor, observer, experimenter, investigator and researcher.

Is "Examiner" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Examiner" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Examiner"?

"Examiner" is pronounced /ig-ˈza-mən/ as a verb and /ˈkrȯs-ig-ˌza-mə-ˈnā-shən/ as a noun and divided into syllables as ex·am·ine.

What is the origin of the word "Examiner"?

"Examiner" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French examiner, from Latin examinare, from examen. First known use: 14th centuryt.

What is another word for "Examiner" meaning "as in inspector"?

When "Examiner" (noun) means as in inspector, synonyms include inspector, field-worker, empiric, empiricist, fact finder and monitor.

What does "Examiner" mean as a verb?

As a verb, "Examiner" means: to inspect closely; to test the condition of; to inquire into carefully, investigate.