Examinee

usgb/ɪɡˌzæmɪˈniː/
noun

A person who is taking an examination.

The examinee answered all the test questions correctly.
Visual representation of "examinee" - A person who is taking an examination

Often appears as...

  • examinee's performance
  • examinee's answers

Usage tips

Academic

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Test Context

Use 'examinee' to talk about someone during the time they're tested, not before or after.

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The examinees were seated and ready for the exam to begin.
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Neutral Term

'Examinee' is a neutral term without positive or negative connotations.

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The examinees' results will be available in two weeks.
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Academic Focus

Mostly used in academic or certification contexts, not informal quizzes or polls.

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There were 100 examinees for the final Chemistry exam.
Visual representation of the word "Examinee"

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