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tests

 

[ tests /tɛsts ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

education

An examination of a student's knowledge or proficiency in a particular subject.

Synonyms

exam, examination, quiz

Examples of usage

  • She has to study hard for her upcoming tests.
  • The final test will cover all the material from the semester.
Context #2 | Noun

medical

Medical procedures performed to detect, diagnose, or monitor a disease or condition.

Synonyms

analysis, check-up, screening

Examples of usage

  • The doctor ordered a series of tests to determine the cause of the symptoms.
  • The blood test showed abnormal levels of cholesterol.
Context #3 | Verb

evaluate

To assess or evaluate the abilities or characteristics of someone or something.

Synonyms

assess, evaluate, examine

Examples of usage

  • The teacher tests the students' understanding of the material through quizzes.
  • The new software is being tested for bugs before the official release.

Translations

Translations of the word "tests" in other languages:

🇵🇹 testes

🇮🇳 परीक्षण

🇩🇪 Tests

🇮🇩 tes

🇺🇦 тести

🇵🇱 testy

🇯🇵 テスト

🇫🇷 tests

🇪🇸 pruebas

🇹🇷 testler

🇰🇷 테스트

🇸🇦 اختبارات

🇨🇿 testy

🇸🇰 testy

🇨🇳 测试

🇸🇮 testi

🇮🇸 próf

🇰🇿 тесттер

🇬🇪 ტესტები

🇦🇿 testlər

🇲🇽 pruebas

Etymology

The word 'tests' originated from the Latin word 'testari', meaning 'to bear witness'. Over time, it evolved to refer to examinations of knowledge or proficiency in various fields. In the medical context, 'tests' are procedures designed to detect, diagnose, or monitor diseases. The verb form 'test' emerged from the noun, signifying the act of evaluating or assessing someone or something.

See also: attest, detest, protest, retest, test, testable, testament, tester, testifications, testify, testimony, testiness, untested.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #1,082, this word is part of core intermediate vocabulary. It appears regularly in various contexts and is essential for natural-sounding English.