acid test

noun
UK: /ˌæsɪd ˈtest/
US: /ˌæsɪd ˈtest/

  1. A critical test that decisively proves or disproves something.

    1. The project's success is the acid test of his abilities. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new policy will face the acid test when implemented nationwide, revealing its true effectiveness. [ ] [ ]

  2. A procedure or situation that reveals the true nature or quality of something.

    1. The new software update was an acid test for the company's developers. [ ] [ ]
    2. Honesty is the real acid test of any relationship and builds trust between two people. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

trial verification litmus test
acid test verb

  1. To subject something to a rigorous test to determine its true value or quality.

    1. We will acid test the prototype before mass production. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company will acid test its products on real customers to gain important feedback. [ ] [ ]
acid test adjective

  1. Serving as a crucial and definitive test.

    1. This is an acid test case for future policies. [ ] [ ]
    2. This decision is the acid test for the government's commitment to environmental protection. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "acid test" in English means: A critical test that decisively proves or disproves something., A procedure or situation that reveals the true nature or quality of something..

The phonetic transcription of "acid test" is /ˌæsɪd ˈtest/ in British English and /ˌæsɪd ˈtest/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "acid test": trial, verification, litmus test.

Example usage of "acid test": "The project's success is the acid test of his abilities.". More examples on the page.