checkup
5 synonyms for checkup, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A routine visit to a doctor or dentist to make sure everything is healthy.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
medical exam
health check
medical checkup
medical examination
How to use checkup
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
annual checkup
routine checkup
go for a checkup
Etymology
A compound of check and up, describing the act of "checking up" on someone or something.
Full origin of checkup →Frequently asked questions
What does “checkup” mean?
The word “checkup” means a routine visit to a doctor or dentist to make sure everything is healthy. In plain terms, a routine check to make sure a person, or sometimes a machine, is in good shape.
How do you pronounce “checkup”?
“Checkup” is pronounced CHEH-kuhp (/ˈt͡ʃɛkʌp/ in IPA).
How do you use “checkup” in a sentence?
Here is “checkup” used in a sentence: “She goes in for a checkup every six months.”
What part of speech is “checkup”?
“Checkup” is a noun.
How many meanings does “checkup” have?
“Checkup” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a routine visit to a doctor or dentist to make sure everything is healthy.
