Testing
/ˈtestɪŋ/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo subject something to an examination or trial to determine its qualities or performance.
/ˈtestɪŋ/
To subject something to a test or trial.
We are testing the new prototype.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're trying out a new toy to see if it works. Testing is like that – checking if something is good or bad. For example, 'The chef is testing the soup to see if it needs more salt.'
👶 For kids: Testing means trying something to see if it works right!
More Examples
The mechanic is testing the car's brakes.
They are testing the water for contamination.
How It's Used
"Scientists are testing the new vaccine's effectiveness."
"The engineers are testing the software for bugs."
The process of using a test to determine something about a person or object.
/ˈtestɪŋ/
The act or process of performing a test or examination.
The company implemented stringent testing procedures.
💡 Simply: Testing is when you check something to see if it's working or if you know something. Like taking a quiz at school, or checking if your bike's tires are flat.
👶 For kids: Testing means doing something to see if it works or if you know the answer!
More Examples
The testing phase revealed several critical flaws.
The athlete underwent extensive drug testing.
How It's Used
"The students are preparing for their upcoming testing period."
"Rigorous testing is crucial for product safety."
Synonyms
Assess
Evaluate
Examine
Experiment
Probe
Assessment
Evaluation
Examination
From Old French *tester* (“to test, try”), from Latin *testa* (“a piece of earthenware, a shell”), referring to the trial by touchstone or by vessels in alchemy.
The verb "test" and its derivatives have been in use since the 14th century, evolving from the context of trial or proof to encompass various forms of examination.
Memory tip
Think of a scientist examining a sample to test it.