Synonyms for

Test

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

Definition

a procedure intended to establish the quality, performance, or reliability of something, especially before it is taken into widespread use

Synonyms & similar words

essay exam prove try examination run trialrun examine trial mentaltest mentaltesting screen quiz psychometrictest tryout trial experiment assessment evaluation examination analysis inspection probe check screening diagnosis tryout audition pilot sample test-run mock-up run-through rehearsal

Synonyms by register

Formal

examination assessment evaluation trial

Informal

quiz check go-over

Literary

ordeal proving

Antonyms

pass succeed triumph win flourish thrive

Common collocations

  • take a test
  • pass the test
  • fail the test
  • test results
  • test drive
  • test case
  • test period
  • test score

Word family

noun test
verb test
adjective testable
adverb testingly

Usage note

The word 'test' can refer to an examination of knowledge or ability, or a procedure to determine if something works correctly. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I have a math test tomorrow.
  2. The teacher will test our knowledge on the subject.
  3. He had to take a drug test for his new job.
  4. The company did a test run of their new product.
  5. She tested the recipe before serving it to her guests.

Quotes

  • Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.
  • I failed my way to success.

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