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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To determine the cause of your high testosterone levels, a healthcare provider will likely do a physical exam and blood tests. Brandi Jones, Health, 6 June 2025 One question on a sample exam Chisholm provided asks students to write a formula for determining the total number of cases during a hypothetical epidemic after a certain amount of days. Melissa Goldin, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025 An excellent score on the Casper exam, which evaluates situational judgment, empathy and professionalism skills. Kristen Moon, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 At present, the state provides districts with incentive payments for high school students who pass exams in Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) courses. Paul Cottle, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 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 13 Jun. 2025.

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exam

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

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exam

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

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