quaestio — meaning in English
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English meaning
- examination noun A formal test of knowledge or ability, often written or oral and done under time pressure.
- inquiry noun A question or request for information.
- investigation noun A careful and systematic inquiry into the facts of a matter.
Senses
quaestio is used for these senses in English:
- examination (education) A formal test involving answering written or oral questions under a time constraint and usually without access to textbooks; typically, a large, written test administered to high school and college students covering course material studied in a semester.
- inquiry The act of inquiring; a seeking of information by asking questions; interrogation; a question or questioning.
- investigation The act of investigating; the process of inquiring into or following up; research, especially patient or thorough inquiry or examination
examination — full definition
- noun A formal test of knowledge or ability, often written or oral and done under time pressure.
- noun A check by a doctor or other professional to assess health or condition.
- noun Close questioning, especially by a lawyer in court.
inquiry — full definition
- noun A question or request for information.
- noun A formal investigation into a matter of public or legal concern.