Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
comprehensive test
noun
/ˌkɒmprɪˈhɛnsɪv tɛst/
Definition
A comprehensive test is an assessment designed to evaluate a student’s understanding of a wide range of material covered in a course or subject area.
Examples
- The final exam included a comprehensive test of all the topics we’ve studied this semester.
- She studied hard for the comprehensive test because it covered multiple chapters.
- In some programs, students must pass a comprehensive test to graduate.
Meaning
It refers to a thorough examination that encompasses all topics or units included in a curriculum, ensuring that students have mastered the material.
Synonyms
- holistic exam
- overall assessment
- complete evaluation
