# aced

/ˈeɪst/ (US) · /ˈeɪst/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/aced
Updated: 2026-10-18

## Definition

to do very well on a test or task and get a top score.

For teachers: to achieve the highest score or an outstanding result on an examination, task, or performance. Often implies complete or effortless success.

## Examples

- She always aces her math tests.
- He studied all weekend and aced the final interview test on Monday.
- After months of night shifts, she aced the licensing exam that many experienced colleagues had failed twice.

## Usage notes

- The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

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