Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrutineer
noun
/ˈskruː.tɪ.nɪr/
Definition
A person who examines or inspects carefully, especially in the context of elections or votes.
Examples
- The scrutineer checked every ballot to ensure fairness.
- As a scrutineer, she had to remain neutral and impartial throughout the counting process.
- The government appointed several scrutineers to monitor the voting procedure.
Meaning
A scrutineer is someone responsible for overseeing and ensuring the accuracy of a process, particularly in electoral settings.
Synonyms
- inspector
- examiner
- overseer
- watchdog
