exams

ex-ams · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of exam; formal tests of knowledge or ability.

  2. 2.

    Medical examinations.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    exam period — the time when tests are scheduled
  • •
    pass exams — to succeed on tests
  • •
    fail exams — to not succeed on tests
  • •
    take exams — to complete tests
  • •
    study for exams — to prepare for tests

Related words

Antonyms: exercises, practices
See also: assessments, exam, examination, tests
Synonyms: assessments, examinations, quizzes, tests

Etymology

Plural of "exam," shortened form of "examination," from Latin "examen" (a weighing, trial).