perusing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /pəˈruːzɪŋ/
KK: /pəˈruːzɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of reading or examining something carefully and in detail.
Example
She spent the afternoon in perusing the old manuscripts.
Conversation
I spent the afternoon perusing that new book you recommended.
Oh, how did you like it?
It was really engaging, especially the character development.
I'm glad you enjoyed it! I found the perusing experience quite rewarding too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
review
examination
scrutiny
Antonyms
neglect
overlook
disregard
verb
Definition
To read or examine something carefully and in detail.
Example
She spent the afternoon perusing the latest fashion magazines.
Tense Forms
Past: perused
Past Participle: perused
Conversation
I spent the afternoon perusing that new bookstore downtown.
Oh, that sounds fun! Did you find anything interesting?
Yeah, I came across some amazing novels and art books.
Root Explanation
Perusing → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through) and "usare" (meaning to use). The word originally described the act of using something thoroughly or examining it closely.
Memory Tip
Think of 'using' something 'through' — that's why perusing means to examine something closely.
Visually Confused Words
pertusion
perishing
perfusion
perduring
rushing
rousing
pushing
pruning