audit

noun

a methodical examination or review of a condition or situation

an inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA

verb

attend academic courses without getting credit

examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification

Roots

audireaudi- · Latin · to hear

Synonyms for audit

inspectionn scrutinyn perlustrationn reviewn accountingn investigationn surveyn checkupn recheckv accountancyn

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