exam

noun

ex·​am ig-ˈzam How to pronounce exam (audio)

Examples of exam in a Sentence

Your final exam will count for half of the semester's grade. the exam will cover everything we have studied this term
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Healthcare providers diagnose appendicitis using medical history, physical exams, and screening tests. Brandi Jones, Health, 17 May 2025 The union certification process varies across the unions but generally requires an extensive background check, sometimes an exam, and the agreement to abide by the union’s agent regulations. Chris Deubert, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025 However, regular eye exams remain the most effective way to safeguard your vision and detect issues early. Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 16 May 2025 Doctors primarily rely on a variety of tools to diagnose the condition, which may include medical history, neurological exams, cognitive and functional evaluations, brain imaging, spinal fluid analysis and, more recently, blood tests. Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 16 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for exam

Word History

First Known Use

1568, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of exam was in 1568

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“Exam.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exam. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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exam

noun
ex·​am ig-ˈzam How to pronounce exam (audio)

Medical Definition

exam

noun
ex·​am ig-ˈzam How to pronounce exam (audio)

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