exam

/ɛɡzæm/

Definitions

1. noun

a test or assessment of a person’s knowledge, skills, or abilities, especially at a university or school.

“She struggled with the exam and didn’t do well.”

2. verb

to test or assess someone’s knowledge, skills, or abilities.

“The instructor will examine the students on the material covered in class.”

3. verb

to investigate or check something, such as a situation or a person’s story.

“The police will examine the evidence in the case.”

Synonyms

  • assay
  • evaluation
  • test

Antonyms

  • approve
  • pass