Definition

A group of people who inspect or examine something, often in an official capacity, or the office where this work is done.

Example

The inspectorate was responsible for ensuring that all safety regulations were followed in the construction site.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new inspectorate that was set up in our town?

Yeah, I heard they're focusing on safety regulations.

I wonder what their first project will be with the inspectorate.

Hopefully, they'll improve the local parks; they really need it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inspectorate → It is formed from "inspect" (from Latin "inspectare", meaning to look into or examine) and "-ate" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a group or office). The word "inspectorate" refers to a group or office responsible for examining or overseeing something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'looking into' something ('inspect') and the '-ate' indicating a group or office — that's why an inspectorate is a group that examines.

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