English / word
audit
noun, verb, noun_verb B2MEANING IN ENGLISH
An official examination and verification of financial records; to examine financial accounts officially.; to examine and verify financial records or accounts officially
A formal examination of accounts or processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
In context
01
The firm undergoes an independent financial audit each year.
02
The external audit revealed no accounting errors.
Synonyms
inspection,examination,scrutiny
Antonyms
ignore,overlook,neglect
Collocations
financial audit,internal audit,external audit
Verb forms
Past: audited · Past participle: audited · -ing: auditing