What is another word for exam?

Pronunciation: [ɛɡzˈam] (IPA)

The word "exam" is commonly used to refer to a test or examination taken to evaluate a student's knowledge or understanding of a particular subject. However, there are several other synonyms that can be used to refer to an exam, including quiz, assessment, evaluation, review, or test. Each of these synonyms has a slightly different connotation or meaning, depending on the context in which they are used. Some may be more appropriate for specific types of exams, such as a quiz for a short assessment, or a review for a comprehensive evaluation. Overall, the various synonyms for "exam" provide flexibility in language and help to keep communication clear and concise.

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What are the hypernyms for Exam?

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Usage examples for Exam

"And," he added as the clock in School Hall tower rang eleven, "I wish you'd settle my Latin exam as easily!"
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
"I just wish Dad had that exam to buck against," he muttered.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
Well, he's an awfully useful coach for the Method exam.
"The Story of Louie"
Oliver Onions

Famous quotes with Exam

  • I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older; then it dawned on me - they're cramming for their final exam.
    George Carlin
  • I know that if I'd had to go and take an exam for acting, I wouldn't have got anywhere. You don't take exams for acting, you take your courage.
    Dame Edith Evans
  • To compete in a global economy, our students must continue their education beyond high school. To make this expectation a reality, we must give students the tools they need to succeed, including the opportunity to take a college entrance exam.
    Jennifer M. Granholm
  • I mark a script like an exam, and I try not to do anything under 50 per cent. Similarly with the part. And also film is a peculiar thing, parts don't necessarily read in script form anything like as well as they can do when it comes to materialising.
    John Hurt
  • I had never passed a single school exam, and clearly never would.
    Mary Leakey

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