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scrutinize vs canvass

canvass vs scrutinize

scrutinize is not a noun while canvass is a noun.

scrutinize and canvass both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
scrutinize No No Yes No
canvass Yes No Yes No
As verbs, canvass is a hypernym of scrutinize; that is, canvass is a word with a broader meaning than scrutinize:
  • scrutinize: examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification
  • canvass: consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
Other hypernyms of scrutinize include analyse, analyze, examine, study.
scrutinize (noun) canvass (noun)
a heavy, closely woven fabric
the mat that forms the floor of the ring in which boxers or professional wrestlers compete
a tent made of canvas fabric
a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
an oil painting on canvas fabric
an inquiry into public opinion conducted by interviewing a random sample of people
the setting for a narrative or fictional or dramatic account
scrutinize (verb) canvass (verb)
examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail solicit votes from potential voters in an electoral campaign
get the opinions (of people) by asking specific questions
Difference between scrutinize and canvass

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