Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
assay
verb
/əˈseɪ/
![](https://vocabdictionary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/brand_identity-01.png)
Definition
To analyze or evaluate a substance, particularly to determine its composition or quality.
![](https://vocabdictionary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/migrate-02.png)
Examples
- The scientist will assay the gold sample to determine its purity.
- Researchers assay blood samples to check for various diseases.
![](https://vocabdictionary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/ux-02.png)
Meaning
An assay typically involves testing a material to understand its properties or the presence of certain elements or compounds.
![](https://vocabdictionary.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/text-file-font.png)
Synonyms
- analyze
- evaluate
- test
- examine