Synonyms for

Examination

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

Definition

Examination means a test given to see how much someone knows about a subject.

Synonyms & similar words

exam interrogatory interrogation test examen testing scrutiny test quiz evaluation assessment inspection scrutiny checkup probe survey review audit inquiry exploration inquisition interrogation

Synonyms by register

Formal

scrutiny investigation analysis inquiry

Informal

check look-over quiz test

Literary

perusal dissection

Antonyms

ignorance neglect oversight unawareness disregard inattention

Common collocations

  • medical examination
  • thorough examination
  • final examination
  • entrance examination
  • conduct an examination
  • pass an examination
  • undergo examination

Word family

noun examination
verb examine
adjective examinational
adverb examinatively

Usage note

While 'examination' can refer to a formal test, it also broadly means a close inspection or scrutiny. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.

Example sentences

  1. I have an examination in social studies next week.
  2. She studied hard for her math examination.
  3. The doctor gave me a thorough examination.
  4. The examination included multiple-choice questions and an essay.
  5. The teacher will grade our examination and give us a score.

Quotes

  • The greatest test of courage on the Earth is to bear defeat without losing heart.
  • Examinations are formidable even to the best prepared, for the greatest fool may ask more than the wisest man can answer.
  • You don't cheat anybody out of their experience, whatever it is.

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