Pronunciation: /ˈæsɪd tɛst/
noun A test used to reveal the strength or effectiveness of something
A1 An acid test is a way to determine the effectiveness of something.
A2 Taking a practice exam can be considered an acid test for how well you know the material.
B1 The final project presentation will be the acid test for all the skills we have learned.
B2 The success of the new marketing campaign will be the acid test for our company's growth.
C1 The negotiation skills of the team will be put to the acid test during the upcoming merger talks.
C2 The ability to adapt to new challenges quickly is the acid test for true leadership.
formal The acid test for the effectiveness of the new drug will be conducted by a team of researchers.
informal Let's see if this new recipe passes the acid test with our friends at the dinner party.
slang I'm not sure if this car can pass the acid test of a long road trip.
figurative Going through a difficult situation can be seen as an acid test of one's character.
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