recheck
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈriːˌtʃɛk/
KK: /riˈtʃɛk/
noun
Definition
The act of checking something again to ensure it is correct or accurate.
Example
After the first test, the teacher decided to do a recheck of the answers.
Conversation
Did you remember to do the recheck on your project?
Oh no, I completely forgot about that!
You should definitely do a quick recheck before submitting it.
You're right, I'll make sure to go over it again.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
review
audit
verification
Antonyms
neglect
overlook
dismiss
verb
Definition
To check something again to ensure it is correct or accurate.
Example
I need to recheck my answers before submitting the test.
Tense Forms
Past: rechecked
Past Participle: rechecked
Conversation
Hey, did you recheck the assignment before submitting it?
Not yet, I was going to do that tonight.
You should definitely recheck it just to be safe.
Root Explanation
Recheck → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "check" (from Old French *eschequier*, meaning to examine or verify). The word "recheck" means to check something again or verify it once more.
Memory Tip
Think of doing a 'check' again ('re-') to ensure everything is correct.
Visually Confused Words
precheck
becheck
check