1. An exam that has been postponed or delayed to a later date, typically granted to a student due to illness, hardship, or other legitimate circumstances
She requested a deferred examination due to her medical condition.
Ela solicitou um exame adiado devido à sua condição médica.
2. In academic contexts, a postponement of a scheduled test or assessment to allow a student additional time
The university granted him a deferred examination for the final exam.
A universidade concedeu-lhe um exame adiado para a prova final.