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

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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

Accuracy is elusive, as multiple numbers can be considered accurate based on the conditions in which the tests occurred. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026

More radiation tests needed The researchers say the experiment provides a useful baseline for future irradiation studies. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

The former Dutch springboard diving champion is not easily intimidated by such tests. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Three tests of public approval occurred, and the movie triumphed at each. — Nate Jones, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026

Scientists gave participants blind taste tests, then scanned their brains during tastings. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026

Verb

The campus builds and tests engines for both defense and commercial platforms. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026

The season 1 finale tests the sitcom’s limits, offering up the romantic high of Ted winning Robin back and the emotional low of Marshall losing Lily. — Erin Strecker, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Aug. 2026

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