Synonyms for check
82 synonyms found - words and phrases with similiar meaning. Definitionnoun
- an appraisal of the state of affairs
- a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
- the state of inactivity following an interruption
- a written order directing a bank to pay money
- additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
- a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
- the act of inspecting or verifying
- something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
- the bill in a restaurant
- the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
- a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)
- (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king
- obstructing an opponent in ice hockey
verb
- be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
- make cracks or chinks in
- examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
- develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
- become fractured; break or crack on the surface only
- lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
- find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
- slow the growth or development of
- be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
- mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
- put a check mark on or near or next to
- be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
- hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
- abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
- arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
- block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
- consign for shipment on a vehicle
- decline to initiate betting
- hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
- make an examination or investigation
- place into check
- stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
- stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
- verify by consulting a source or authority
- write out a check on a bank account