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Synonyms of CHECKING

Valid in Scrabble US · 20 points

CHECKING: definition and more

79 synonyms in 25 meanings 63 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of CHECKING by meaning

verb

  1. examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition

    Also: check up on, look into, check out, suss out, check over, go over, check into.

  2. make an examination or investigation

  3. be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

    Also: see to it.

  4. lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

    Also: hold in.

  5. stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution

  6. put a check mark on or near or next to

    Also: check off, mark off, tick off.

  7. slow the growth or development of

  8. be verified or confirmed; pass inspection

    Also: check out.

  9. be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics

  10. block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey

  11. develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control

  12. consign for shipment on a vehicle

  13. hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping

  14. abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey

  15. stop in a chase especially when scent is lost

  16. mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on

  17. decline to initiate betting

  18. hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of

    Also: turn back, hold back.

  19. place into check

  20. write out a check on a bank account

  21. find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort

    Also: find out.

  22. verify by consulting a source or authority

  23. arrest the motion (of something) abruptly

  24. make cracks or chinks in

  25. become fractured; break or crack on the surface only