Definition of checks

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • checks is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • checks is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • checks is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of checks


  • an appraisal of the state of affairs (noun)

    Examples

    1. a check on its dependability under stress

    Synonyms

    1. assay
  • be verified or confirmed; pass inspection (verb)

    Examples

    1. These stories don't check!

    Synonyms

    1. check out
  • make cracks or chinks in (verb)

    Examples

    1. The heat checked the paint

    Synonyms

    1. chink
  • a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. chip
  • examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition (verb)

    Examples

    1. check the brakes

    Synonyms

    1. check into
    2. check out
    3. check over
    4. check up on
    5. go over
    6. look into
    7. suss out
  • develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. condition
    2. discipline
    3. train
  • become fractured; break or crack on the surface only (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. break
    2. crack
  • lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. contain
    2. control
    3. curb
    4. hold
    5. hold in
    6. moderate
  • the state of inactivity following an interruption (noun)

    Examples

    1. held them in check

    Synonyms

    1. arrest
    2. halt
    3. hitch
    4. stay
    5. stop
    6. stoppage
  • find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. ascertain
    2. determine
    3. find out
    4. learn
    5. see
    6. watch
  • slow the growth or development of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. delay
    2. retard
  • a written order directing a bank to pay money (noun)

    Examples

    1. he paid all his bills by check

    Synonyms

    1. bank check
    2. cheque
  • be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. ascertain
    2. assure
    3. control
    4. ensure
    5. insure
    6. see
    7. see to it
  • mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. checker
    2. chequer
  • additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. confirmation
    2. substantiation
    3. verification
  • a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc. (noun)

    Examples

    1. as he called the role he put a check mark by each student's name

    Synonyms

    1. check mark
    2. tick
  • the act of inspecting or verifying (noun)

    Examples

    1. they made a check of their equipment
    2. the pilot ran through the check-out procedure

    Synonyms

    1. check-out procedure
    2. checkout
  • something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. balk
    2. baulk
    3. deterrent
    4. handicap
    5. hinderance
    6. hindrance
    7. impediment
  • the bill in a restaurant (noun)

    Examples

    1. he asked the waiter for the check

    Synonyms

    1. chit
    2. tab
  • put a check mark on or near or next to (verb)

    Examples

    1. Please check each name on the list

    Synonyms

    1. check off
    2. mark
    3. mark off
    4. tick
    5. tick off
  • be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics (verb)

    Examples

    1. The handwriting checks with the signature on the check

    Synonyms

    1. agree
    2. correspond
    3. fit
    4. gibe
    5. jibe
    6. match
    7. tally
  • hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. arrest
    2. contain
    3. hold back
    4. stop
    5. turn back
  • the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. bridle
    2. curb
  • abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey (verb)
  • arrest the motion (of something) abruptly (verb)

    Examples

    1. He checked the flow of water by shutting off the main valve
  • a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard) (noun)

    Examples

    1. she wore a skirt with checks
  • block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey (verb)
  • (chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king (noun)
  • consign for shipment on a vehicle (verb)

    Examples

    1. check your luggage before boarding
  • decline to initiate betting (verb)
  • hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping (verb)
  • make an examination or investigation (verb)

    Examples

    1. check into the rumor
    2. check the time of the class
  • obstructing an opponent in ice hockey (noun)
  • place into check (verb)

    Examples

    1. He checked my kings
  • stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution (verb)

    Examples

    1. She checked for an instant and missed a step
  • stop in a chase especially when scent is lost (verb)

    Examples

    1. The dog checked
  • verify by consulting a source or authority (verb)

    Examples

    1. check the spelling of this word
    2. check your facts
  • write out a check on a bank account (verb)

See definition of checks in Merriam Webster