double check

6 synonyms for double check, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To check something a second time to be sure it is right or safe, especially when a mistake would matter.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

confirm

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

verify verification

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

recheck reconfirm second look

Synonyms by Meaning

1. verb

To check something a second time to be sure it is right or safe, especially when a mistake would matter.

“Double-check the account number before you send the money.”

verify confirm recheck reconfirm

2. noun

A second check made for confirmation.

“A quick double-check saved us from shipping the wrong batch.”

verification second look

How to use double check

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

double-check the details just to double-check double-check your work

Neutral; very common in workplace and safety instructions.

Frequently asked questions

Is it double check or double-check?

The verb is usually hyphenated, double-check, and that is the safest form in professional writing. The open form double check is common and widely accepted, especially in casual use.

What is the difference between double-check and verify?

Double-check implies you have already checked once and are repeating it as a safeguard. Verify is neutral about how many times and suggests establishing the truth against a reliable source, which may be the first check of all.

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