English Explanatory Dictionary

pretest

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Prior to taking a test.
noun
  1. A preliminary test, given in advance of instruction or evaluation.
verb
  1. To administer a pretest to.
  2. To carry out a pretest.

Pronunciation

prēʹtĕst /ˈpɹiːtɛst/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pretest (noun).wav prē-tĕstʹ /pɹiːˈtɛst/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pretest (verb).wav

Word forms

pretest pretests pretesting pretested

Etymology

From pre- + test.

Synonyms

foretest

Antonyms

aftertest posttest
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