aptitude test

noun

1. any of various tests given to measure abilities, as manual dexterity, visual acuity, reasoning, or verbal comprehension, and used to assist in the selection of a career.

aptitude test

noun

1. a test designed to assess a person's ability to do a particular type of work

Word History and Origins

Origin of aptitude test¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

And Howard has taken measures; he has ordered re-examination of your broad aptitude test.

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Now, your general aptitude test battery is something distinct from the short form of test you just a moment ago mentioned, is it?

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I do want to bring that out; the address on the aptitude test card, I see, is 3519 Fairmount in Dallas.

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