reliable test

[/rɪˈlaɪəbl test/]
noun phrasepl: reliable tests
teste confiável
1. A test or examination that produces consistent and dependable results, with high validity and reproducibility
The blood test is a reliable test for detecting diabetes.
O teste de sangue é um teste confiável para detectar diabetes.
2. A standardized assessment that accurately measures what it is intended to measure with minimal error
This reliable test shows consistent results across multiple administrations.
Este teste confiável apresenta resultados consistentes em múltiplas aplicações.
In Brazil, 'teste confiável' is commonly used in healthcare, education, and scientific research. The concept of test reliability is particularly emphasized in Brazilian psychology and educational assessment, where standardized testing plays an important role in academic advancement and professional certification.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dependable testvalid testaccurate testtrustworthy assessmentconsistent test
Antonyms / Antônimos
unreliable testinvalid testinaccurate testinconsistent assessment

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
teste confiável
most common usage in medical, educational, and scientific contexts
São Paulo
teste confiável / prova confiável
both terms used interchangeably in academic settings
Portugal
teste fiável
Portuguese uses 'fiável' instead of 'confiável' for reliability
Medical Context
ensaio confiável / teste validado
more technical terminology used in clinical settings

Related Words

reliabilityvaliditytest designstandardized testassessmentmeasurementreproducibility

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass the test
stand the test of time
put to the test
acid test
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