Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
examination
noun
/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/
Definition
A formal test to assess someone’s knowledge or skills in a particular subject or area.
Examples
- She felt nervous before her final examination.
- The doctor will perform an examination to determine the cause of your symptoms.
- The examination results will be available next week.
Meaning
Examination refers to a detailed inspection or evaluation of something, usually in an academic setting or in medical contexts.
Synonyms
- test
- assessment
- evaluation
- quiz
- inspection
