Definition

A formal test or assessment of knowledge or skills, often in an academic setting.

Example

The students prepared for their final examen by reviewing all their notes and textbooks.

Conversation

Have you started studying for the big examen next week?

Not yet, but I really need to get on it soon.

I heard the examen covers a lot of material from the last few months.

Yeah, that's what worries me — I hope I can manage it all!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Examen → It is derived from the Latin word 'examinare' (meaning to weigh or test), which is formed from 'ex-' (meaning out of) and 'aminare' (meaning to weigh). The word 'examen' refers to a test or examination, originally implying the act of weighing or assessing something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'weighing' ('examinare') something to determine its value or quality — that's why examen means a test or examination.

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