Synonyms for

Examinations

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

Definition

Examinations are tests or evaluations of someone's knowledge or abilities.

Synonyms & similar words

exam examination interrogation interrogatory test examen testing scrutiny tests evaluations assessments exams quizzes checks inspections screenings analyses appraisals audits reviews probes surveys inquiries investigations scrutinies observations monitorings

Synonyms by register

Formal

assessments evaluations inquiries scrutiny

Informal

tests quizzes checks go-overs

Literary

trials probes inspections

Antonyms

ignorance neglect oversight unawareness blindness disregard

Common collocations

  • medical examinations
  • entrance examinations
  • final examinations
  • written examinations
  • oral examinations
  • conduct examinations
  • pass examinations
  • fail examinations

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 inquiry. Be mindful of the context to convey the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. I have three examinations this week.
  2. The teacher gave us a difficult examination.
  3. I passed my final examination.
  4. He studied hard for the examination.
  5. She was nervous about the examination.

Quotes

  • Examinations are formidable even to the best prepared, for the greatest fool may ask more than the wisest man can answer.
  • The art of examining appears to be the art of asking questions.
  • Examination is the only means whereby we know what we do know.

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