examination
A formal test to see what someone knows or can do.
A formal assessment, usually written or oral, used to measure someone's knowledge, ability, or skill in a subject.
Looking at something very carefully to find out more or to check it.
The act of looking at something closely and carefully to learn more about it or to check for problems.
When a doctor looks at your body to check your health.
A physical inspection of the body by a doctor or medical professional to assess health or diagnose a condition.
- Base: examination
- Plural: examination, examinations
cross-examination
1Questioning in court by opposing lawyer
When a lawyer asks questions to a witness from the other side in court.
- The witness became nervous during cross-examination.
- Her statement changed under cross-examination.
medical examination
1Doctor's physical check-up
A doctor's check of your body to see if you are healthy.
- You must have a medical examination before joining the army.
- The company requires all new employees to take a medical examination.
on closer examination
1After more careful inspection
When you look at something more carefully, you notice new details or change your opinion.
- On closer examination, the signature was clearly forged.
- On closer examination, we realized the plan would not work.