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Definition of Audit
1. Noun. An inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA.
Exact synonyms: Audited Account
Specialized synonyms: Financial Audit, Limited Audit
Generic synonyms: Accounting, Accounting System, Method Of Accounting
Terms within: Bottom Line
Specialized synonyms: Financial Audit, Limited Audit
Generic synonyms: Accounting, Accounting System, Method Of Accounting
Terms within: Bottom Line
2. Verb. Examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification. "Audit accounts and tax returns"
Exact synonyms: Inspect, Scrutinise, Scrutinize
Generic synonyms: Analyse, Analyze, Canvas, Canvass, Examine, Study
Derivative terms: Auditor, Inspector, Scrutiniser, Scrutiny, Scrutiny, Scrutinizer, Scrutiny, Scrutiny
Generic synonyms: Analyse, Analyze, Canvas, Canvass, Examine, Study
Derivative terms: Auditor, Inspector, Scrutiniser, Scrutiny, Scrutiny, Scrutinizer, Scrutiny, Scrutiny
3. Noun. A methodical examination or review of a condition or situation. "An email log audit"
4. Verb. Attend academic courses without getting credit.
Definition of Audit
1. n. An audience; a hearing.
2. v. t. To examine and adjust, as an account or accounts; as, to audit the accounts of a treasure, or of parties who have a suit depending in court.
3. v. i. To settle or adjust an account.
Definition of Audit
1. to examine with intent to verify [v -ED, -ING, -S]
Medical Definition of Audit
1. An examination or review that establishes the extent to which a condition, process, or performance conforms to predetermined standards or criteria. Origin: L. Auditus, a hearing, fr. Audio, to hear (05 Mar 2000)