Exam

/ɪɡˈzæm/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A formal test of a person's knowledge or proficiency in a subject or skill.

She studied all night for her math exam.

An inspection or examination.

The doctor performed a thorough exam before diagnosing the patient.

A practical assessment of skills or knowledge.

The driving exam consists of both a written test and a road test.

Shortened form of 'examination', from Latin 'examinare' meaning 'to test, to examine'.

final exam

A comprehensive test at the end of a course.

take an exam

To participate in a test.

pass an exam

To achieve a satisfactory score on a test.

assess

To evaluate or estimate the nature, ability, or quality of.

evaluate

To determine the significance, worth, or condition of something.

quiz

A short test based on a particular subject.

Midterm madness

It's midterm madness week; everyone's cramming for exams.

Pop quiz

The teacher surprised us with a pop quiz today.