Examiner

Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzæmənər/

Definitions of examiner

noun a person who administers an academic or professional examination

Example Sentences

A1 The examiner asked simple questions during the test.

A2 The examiner checked the students' identification before the exam.

B1 The examiner evaluated the candidates' performance based on specific criteria.

B2 The examiner conducted a thorough analysis of the research data.

C1 The examiner demonstrated a deep understanding of the subject matter.

C2 The examiner's expertise in the field was evident during the assessment.

Examples of examiner in a Sentence

formal The examiner carefully reviewed each student's test paper.

informal The examiner went through everyone's papers one by one.

slang The examiner was checking out all the papers like a boss.

figurative The examiner's eyes were like a hawk, spotting any mistakes instantly.

Grammatical Forms of examiner

• past tense: examined
• plural: examiners
• comparative: more examiner
• superlative: most examiner
• present tense: examiner
• future tense: will examine
• perfect tense: have examined
• continuous tense: is examining
• singular: examiner
• positive degree: examiner
• infinitive: to examine
• gerund: examining
• participle: examining

Origin and Evolution of examiner

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'examiner' originated from the Latin word 'examinare', which means to weigh or test.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of testing or weighing, the word 'examiner' evolved to refer to someone who assesses or evaluates something or someone, such as in the case of examinations or investigations.