exam

[ɪɡˈzæm]

exam Definition

a formal written, spoken or practical test, especially at school or college, to see how much you know about a subject, or what you can do.

Using exam: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exam" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I have an exam in math tomorrow.

• Example

  She passed her driving exam on the first try.

• Example

  The final exam is worth 40% of the grade.

• Example

  He failed his exams and had to repeat the year.

exam Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for exam

• test
• assessment
• evaluation
• quiz
• examination

Phrases with exam

• take an exam

  to sit for an exam or test

  Example

  I'm taking my final exams next week.

• exam results

  the marks or grades received after taking an exam

  Example

  Her exam results were excellent.

• exam paper

  the printed or written set of questions given in an exam

  Example

  The exam paper was very difficult.

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Summary: exam in Brief

An 'exam' [ɪɡˈzæm] is a formal test that assesses knowledge or skills in a subject. It can be written, spoken, or practical and is commonly used in schools and colleges. Examples include 'I have an exam in math tomorrow,' and 'He failed his exams and had to repeat the year.' Phrases like 'take an exam' and 'exam results' are also common.