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checking Synonyms

Another word for checking

Choosing another word for checking depends on context, so the 22 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The act or process of inspecting, examining, or verifying something to ensure accuracy, quality, or safety.

Usage Example

"Careful inspection of the financial records revealed several minor clerical errors."

Strongest
inspection
examination
verification
Strong
review
scrutiny
auditing
monitoring
testing
validation
confirmation

• noun (Context 2)

A banking service or account in which funds are deposited and can be withdrawn on demand by writing checks or using a debit card.

Usage Example

"She transferred five hundred dollars from her savings into checking account to cover the monthly rent."

Strongest
checking account
current account

• noun (Context 3)

The defensive technique in ice hockey or lacrosse of obstructing or colliding with an opposing player to disrupt their possession of the puck or ball.

Usage Example

"The coach emphasized tight defensive body-checking throughout the third period to protect the team's narrow lead."

Strongest
body-checking
Strong
forechecking
backchecking
blocking
tackling

• noun (Context 4)

The formation of small surface cracks or splits in seasoned wood, paint, varnish, or concrete caused by uneven drying or shrinking.

Usage Example

"Applying a protective sealant to the cedar deck helps prevent surface cracking caused by summer heat."

Strongest
cracking
splitting
Strong
crazing
fissuring
chapping

Opposites of checking

The opposite of checking shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

neglect
oversight
inattention
savings
disregard
savings account
See all opposites of checking

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Checking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/checking
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