Synonyms of litmus test

litmus test

noun

as in acid test

something (such as an opinion about a political or moral issue) that is used to make a judgment about whether someone or something is acceptable

The party is using attitudes about gun control as a litmus test for political candidates.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• acid test
• gauntlet
• litmus
• challenge
• trial
• crucible
• ordeal
• cross
• fire
• initiation
• grievance
• hardship
• baptism
• gantlet
• difficulty
• grief
• complication
• rigor

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