Synonyms of examination

examination

noun

ig-ˌza-mə-ˈnā-shən 

1

as in exam

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

applicants to the prep school are required to take a demanding examination

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

2

as in investigation

a systematic search for the truth or facts about something

an examination into the extent and causes of juvenile delinquency in the community

Synonyms & Similar Words

• investigation
• inquiry
• exploration
• study
• probing
• probe
• research
• inspection
• inquisition
• inquest
• probation
• disquisition
• delving
• survey
• questionnaire
• audit
• examen
• diagnosis
• interrogation
• hearing
• quest
• checkup
• question
• trial
• cross-examination
• reinvestigation
• poll
• query
• challenge
• check
• rehearing
• quiz
• soul-searching
• grilling
• questionary
• self-examination
• feeler
• going-over
• self-reflection
• self-scrutiny
• self-questioning
• self-exploration

3

as in inspection

a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition

even a hasty examination will tell any jeweler that that is not a real diamond

Synonyms & Similar Words

• inspection
• audit
• scrutiny
• survey
• scan
• review
• analysis
• view
• investigation
• checkup
• study
• check
• dissection
• research
• exploration
• look-see
• going-over
• deconstruction
• interrogation
• probe
• observation
• assay
• inquisition
• perusal
• reinspection
• surveillance
• resurvey
• close-up
• recheck
• watch
• trial run
• checkout
• test-drive
• once-over

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of examination

In July, antigovernment protests forced the resignation of the education minister over frustrations with the examination system. — Pratap Bhanu Mehta, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026

The cancer was discovered after routine medical examinations revealed a small, localized nodule in his lung. — Tori Mason, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026

Invest New York cuts through the clutter and jargon for a clear and concise examination of what’s happening across the sports investing landscape. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 14 Oct. 2026

The cinematic event running November 5-8 will open with 14th, Ava DuVernay’s penetrating examination of threats to the protections and rights afforded by the 14th Amendment. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing examination

• postmortem examination