Synonyms for

Quiz

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

Definition

a test of knowledge, especially a brief, informal test given to students

Synonyms & similar words

test test exam assessment evaluation trial challenge questionnaire survey interrogation investigation inquiry scrutiny probe audit inspection check review analysis examination assessment

Synonyms by register

Formal

examination assessment test inquiry

Informal

pop quiz test check grilling

Literary

trial interrogation

Antonyms

certainty knowledge ignorance understanding mastery familiarity

Common collocations

  • take a quiz
  • give a quiz
  • pop quiz
  • online quiz
  • history quiz
  • math quiz
  • quiz show
  • quiz night

Word family

noun quiz
verb quiz

Usage note

While 'quiz' can be used formally, it often implies a short, informal test. 'Test' or 'examination' are more common for formal academic assessments.

Example sentences

  1. I have a quiz in history class tomorrow.
  2. Mom gave me a quiz on my spelling words.
  3. The quiz was really hard, but I think I did well.
  4. We took a quiz to see how much we learned about animals.
  5. The quiz only had three questions, but they were tricky.

Quotes

  • I have always been a huge fan of quizzes. I love taking them, and I love making them.
  • Quizzes are my thing. I love them. I just can't get enough of them.
  • Quizzes are a fun way to test your knowledge and challenge yourself.

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