Definition

A person who checks or inspects something, often to assess its quality or correctness.

Example

The examiner reviewed all the answers carefully before grading the test.

Conversation

Have you met the new examiner for our course yet?

No, I haven't. What's he like?

He's pretty strict, but fair when it comes to grading.

That's good to hear. I guess he just wants us to do our best.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Examiner → It is formed from "examinare" (meaning to weigh or test) and "-er" (meaning a person who). An examiner is a person who tests or evaluates.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'weighs' or 'tests' knowledge — that's what an examiner does.

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