Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

endurance-test

noun
/ɪnˈdʊrəns tɛst/
Definition
A test designed to measure a person’s or machine’s stamina and resilience under challenging conditions.
Examples
  • Participating in a marathon is often considered an endurance test for runners.
  • The endurance test on the new engine showed it could operate under extreme temperatures.
  • She faced a rigorous endurance test during the military training.
Meaning
Endurance tests assess how much stress or pressure something can withstand before it fails or tires out.
Synonyms
  • stamina test
  • resilience test
  • stress test