Definition

A smaller test that is included within a larger test, often used to measure specific skills or abilities.

Example

The psychologist administered a subtest to evaluate the child's reading comprehension.

Conversation

Have you finished the subtest for the psychology exam yet?

Not yet, but I heard it's not too difficult.

I hope so, because I want to do well on the main test.

Same here! We should study together to prepare for it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subtest → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "test" (from Latin "testari", meaning to witness or to prove). A subtest refers to a test that is part of a larger test, thus being under or a subset of the main test.

Memory Tip

Think of a test that is 'under' or part of a larger assessment — 'sub-' means under, and 'test' relates to proving or assessing.

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