Synonyms for

Assay

Verb / ˈæsi: / Another word for assay — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to test or analyze something, especially a substance, to find out what it contains or what its qualities are

Synonyms & similar words

attempt try seek essay check analyze evaluate examine inspect investigate probe scrutinize test check diagnose assess survey scan assimilate appraise determine interpret measure sample weigh

Synonyms by register

Formal

analyze examine test evaluate

Informal

check out give a go try out

Literary

venture undertake attempt

Antonyms

neglect ignore disregard shirk avoid evade

Common collocations

  • assay the quality
  • assay the purity
  • assay the strength
  • assay the value
  • assay a substance
  • assay a sample
  • assay the metal

Word family

noun assay
verb assay

Usage note

Primarily used in scientific or technical contexts for testing the composition or quality of something. Can also be used more broadly to mean an attempt or trial.

Example sentences

  1. The jeweler had to assay the gold to determine its purity.
  2. The doctor will assay the patient's blood to check for any irregularities.
  3. The company will assay the new product to see if it meets industry standards.
  4. The scientist will assay the soil to determine its nutrient content.
  5. The archaeologist will assay the ancient artifact to determine its origin.

Quotes

  • The only way to assay a programmer's code is to look at it.
  • The English language was carefully assayed and manicured into a polished, standardized form.
  • One drop of poison is enough to assay the whole ocean.

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