Examination

/ɛɡzˌæmɪnˈe‍ɪʃən/

/ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/

Examination

the process of looking closely at something to see if there are any issues

synonyms : scrutiny

a written, practical, or spoken test of knowledge or skill in a subject or field, particularly a formal one

synonyms : exam

formal systematic questioning

the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned

synonyms : testing

a detailed inspection of your conscience (as done daily by Jesuits)

synonyms : examen

Examples

1. Candidates will sit the examinations in June.

2. The doctor conducted a physical examination to assess the patient's condition.

3. US President Joe Biden got the clean bill of health on Friday after a detailed physical examination.

4. The doctor asked the patient to take off their shirt for the examination.