Synonyms of exam

exam

noun

ig-ˈzam 

as in test

a set of questions or problems designed to assess knowledge, skills, or intelligence

the exam will cover everything we have studied this term

Synonyms & Similar Words

• test
• examination
• quiz
• research
• review
• audition
• midterm
• pretest
• final
• investigation
• retest
• placement test
• intelligence test
• aptitude test
• inspection
• midyear
• catechism
• board(s)
• checkup
• inquiry
• probe
• interrogation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of exam

Even though Vaughn's initial plea was not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect, and a mental status exam was ordered, no pretrial tests were done. — Brett Barrouquere, Arkansas Online, 30 Aug. 2026

The testator also can take pre-emptive steps to establish his or her mental competence, such as making a video version of the will or undergoing a doctor’s exam near the time the will is executed. — Bob Carlson, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026

In court, attorneys said Lawrence Reed was in Los Angeles to complete a competency exam ordered at his last court hearing. — Jacob Sarracino, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026

After sustaining a knee injury, Young skipped a medical exam the next day and left home carrying his licensed firearm, but without his cellphone. — Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026