Synonyms of tests

tests 1 of 2

noun

plural of test

1

as in experiments

a procedure or operation carried out to resolve an uncertainty

will need to run some tests on the blood sample to rule out blood poisoning

Synonyms & Similar Words

• experiments
• trials
• experimentations
• essays
• tries
• efforts
• practices
• exercises
• attempts
• rehearsals
• tryouts
• workouts
• ordeals
• trial and errors
• crucibles
• dry runs
• shakedowns

2

as in exams

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

applicants for the cashier's position must first take a simple math test

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exams
• examinations
• quizzes
• researches
• boards
• investigations
• pretests
• retests
• reviews
• auditions
• intelligence tests
• inspections
• finals
• placement tests
• aptitude tests
• inquiries
• probes
• checkups
• catechisms
• interrogations
• midterms
• midyears

tests

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of test

1

as in samples

to put (something) to a test

please test this sample for the presence of lead

Synonyms & Similar Words

• samples
• tries (out)
• examines
• experiments (with)
• researches
• studies
• checks (out)
• explores
• investigates
• feels (out)
• retests
• resamples

2

as in tries

to subject (a personal quality or faculty) to often excessive stress

all of these unnecessary questions are testing my patience

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tries
• stretches
• strains
• pushes
• gets (to)
• taxes
• pressures
• bothers
• annoys
• demands
• pains
• irritates
• exacts
• presses
• gnaws (at)
• harasses
• exasperates
• irks
• aggravates
• importunes
• grates
• pesters
• nettles
• riles
• vexes
• peeves
• galls
• hassles
• spites
• harries
• agitates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of tests

Noun

If the upcoming tests continue to validate the design, the 24-round reusable pod could become one of JR3’s biggest advantages. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026

The sanctuary later said tests showed her red blood cells were still being affected by the venom, so veterinarians gave her another dose while working to keep her blood pressure, temperature and heart rate stable. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Along with these shifts came purity tests that were easy for well-meaning people to fail. — Charles Finch, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026

How Happy Head performed in our Lab tests Our tester started using Happy Head around age 25 and continued for five years. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

While the cost of a routine visit may be manageable, an unexpected diagnosis can require multiple tests, specialist appointments and procedures, pushing the total cost of care upward rapidly. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026

Schanuel tweaked his side on Thursday night, and Meckler was still undergoing concussion tests after he was hit in the head by a pitch. — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026

Someone with gestational hypertension will need more frequent monitoring, which may include home blood pressure measurements, blood and urine tests, and additional monitoring of fetal growth and well-being. — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

After numerous tests, the final product was blended to 110 proof before bottling. — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Verb

Allende said the next step is a regional pilot that tests interoperability between countries and creates a public-good layer for digital ID. — Aaron Stanley, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

The health department tests for infected mosquitoes by collecting the insects from hundreds of locations across the city. — Katie Houlis, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026

Its portfolio includes Standard 100, which tests finished products and their components for harmful substances, as well as labels and certifications covering chemical inputs, organic cotton, production facilities and supply-chain due diligence. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026

Students in third through eighth grade take the Colorado Measures of Academic Success tests in math and language arts annually. — Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026

The game tests Chipotle fans' knowledge of the chain's ingredients, culinary techniques, community engagement and more. — Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026

Our whole ethos was test more ideas in a week than the industry tests in a year. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 20 Aug. 2026

Behind them, Stephen Root is laughing at Kate O’Flynn holding a plastic owl over her face, while Hamish Linklater quietly tests out a pair of old-timey oars. — Antonia Blyth, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026

The main concern was around whether vapors were rising up through the soils, which tests conclusively disputed, Solomon said. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2026