test

A2 · Elementary Countable noun

n. a process used to see if something works correctly or is true.

n. a trial or examination of the qualities or performance of something under specific conditions.

“The new car underwent a safety test to check the brakes.”

“The software underwent a rigorous stress test to ensure the servers could handle thousands of simultaneous users without crashing.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Medicine

n. a medical check of a part of your body, like a blood test.

n. a medical procedure performed to detect, diagnose, or monitor diseases or other conditions.

“The doctor ordered a blood test to see why I was feeling tired.”

“The laboratory results from the diagnostic test confirmed the presence of the antibodies, allowing the physician to proceed with the treatment plan.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Informal · Slang

n. a short way of saying testosterone, a hormone in the body.

n. an informal clipping of testosterone, frequently used in athletic or medical contexts.

“He was worried that his test levels were too low for his age.”

“Bodybuilders often monitor their test levels closely to optimize muscle recovery and overall performance during intensive training cycles.”

A2 · Elementary

v. to use or check something to see if it works or is good.

v. to subject something to a trial or examination to determine its qualities or reliability.

“You should test the water temperature before you get in the bath.”

“The engineers will test the structural integrity of the bridge by simulating extreme wind speeds and heavy traffic loads.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to give a student or a group a set of questions to answer.

v. to administer an examination to a person or group to evaluate their knowledge or skills.

“The professor will test us on the first three chapters of the book.”

“The national curriculum aims to test students not only on rote memorization but also on their ability to apply critical thinking to complex problems.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to put a strain on someone's skills or patience.

v. to put a strain on a quality or ability; to challenge the limits of something.

“Climbing the mountain really tested his strength and courage.”

“The prolonged economic crisis tested the resilience of the local community, forcing many small businesses to adapt or close permanently.”