pretest

adj, noun, verb — 4 senses

pretest

adj

Etymology From pre- + test.

1

Prior to taking a test.

“Just popped an Addie, so I’m good to go” — this sort of pretest attitude has become pervasive. Conversations with several students suggested Adderall was always available, costing from $2 to $5 a pill.2013 March 4, Roger Cohen, “The Competition Drug”, in The New York Times:

pretest

noun

/ˈpɹiːtɛst/

Etymology From pre- + test.

1

A preliminary test, given in advance of instruction or evaluation.

Synonyms: foretest
Antonyms: aftertest, posttest

pretest

verb

/pɹiːˈtɛst/

Etymology From pre- + test.

1

To administer a pretest to.

2

To carry out a pretest.

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