Synonyms: assay
Definition: a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc.
Similar words: trial, test, run
Definition: the act of testing something
Usage: in the experimental trials the amount of carbon was measured separately; he called each flip of the coin a new trial
Definition: an appraisal of the state of affairs
Usage: they made an assay of the contents; a check on its dependability under stress
Similar words: appraisal, assessment
Definition: the classification of someone or something with respect to its worth
Synonyms: assay
Definition: a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance
Similar words: study, written report, report
Definition: a written document describing the findings of some individual or group
Usage: this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale
Synonyms: assay
Definition: a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components
Similar words: substance
Definition: a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
Usage: shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man
Synonyms: assay
Definition: analyze (chemical substances)
Similar words: study, examine, analyse, analyze, canvas, canvass
Definition: consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
Usage: analyze a sonnet by Shakespeare; analyze the evidence in a criminal trial; analyze your real motives
Synonyms: essay, seek, assay, attempt, try
Definition: make an effort or attempt
Usage: He tried to shake off his fears; The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps; The police attempted to stop the thief; He sought to improve himself; She always seeks to do good in the world
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel