Test/test/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/3Academic Performance A 'test' in school measures how well you understand a subject. After studying, she felt ready for the history test. Pro Tip 2/3Preparation Required Students often need to study a lot to do well on a test. I have a test next week; time to hit the books! Pro Tip 3/3Anxiety Trigger Tests can make students nervous, as they are important for grades. She gets test anxiety, especially during finals.