Meaning & Definition of word "Quiz"
Quiz
/kwɪz/
noun:
- 1. An informal test or examination.
- Example: The teacher gave a pop quiz to see how much we remembered.
- 2. A test of knowledge, typically as a game or in a classroom setting.
- Example: She studied all night for the math quiz.
- 3. A short, informal assessment of someone's knowledge on a particular subject.
- Example: I took an online quiz to determine my personality type.
verb:
- 1. To question or interrogate someone in order to test their knowledge.
- Example: The professor quizzed the students on the reading material.
- 2. To conduct a short oral or written test.
- Example: She quizzed him on vocabulary words before the exam.
Etymology
●The origin of the word 'quiz' is uncertain, but it may derive from the Latin word 'quis', meaning 'who.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
pop quiz:
An unexpected quiz given to assess students' knowledge quickly.
quiz night:
An event where quizzes are held, often in a social setting.
quiz show:
A television program where contestants answer questions to win prizes.
Related Words
examination:
A formal test to assess knowledge or proficiency.
assessment:
An evaluation of a person's knowledge or skill.
test:
An examination or trial to assess performance.
Slang Meanings of quiz
Meaning: To quiz someone can also mean to give them a hard time or grill them.
● Example Sentence: Stop quizzing me about my plans; I’ll tell you when I’m ready.
Meaning: A playful way to refer to a casual test among friends.
● Example Sentence: We had a quick quiz at the coffee shop to see who knew more trivia.