examination
/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/
CEFR level B1Topic EducationWord #2139 in the learning path
考试
Definitions
n. a formal test of knowledge or ability
考试
n. the act of looking at something carefully to assess it
检查；仔细审查
Example
She felt relieved when her final examination was over.
最后一场考试结束后，她松了一口气。
A detailed examination of local housing conditions can help governments identify communities that need urgent support.
对当地住房条件进行详细调查，可以帮助政府找出急需援助的社区。
Collocations
- take an examination
- pass an examination
- a medical examination
- close examination
Word family
- examine (v.)
- examiner (n.)
- examinee (n.)
Synonyms
- exam
- inspection
Usage tip
考试义口语常简称exam；检查义常接of。
FAQ
- What does examination mean?
- a formal test of knowledge or ability the act of looking at something carefully to assess it
- How is examination pronounced?
- UK /ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/, US /ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
