testable
Adjective: - Capable of being tested: "testable" describes something that can be subjected to a test, examination, or trial to verify its validity, quality, or performance. This is the primary meaning in scientific and technical contexts. - Legally capable of being bequeathed: In legal usage, "testable" refers to property that can be left as a legacy or inheritance through a will. - Legally capable of being used as testimony: In law, "testable" can also mean something that can be given as evidence or sworn testimony.
- (The idea can be examined and verified by scientific methods.)
- (Only property that can be legally bequeathed is eligible.)
- (The testimony can be used as evidence under oath.)
"testable prediction": a forecast that can be verified or falsified by observation or experiment.
- A testable prediction is essential for the scientific method. (A forecast that can be checked through evidence is crucial.)
"testable criteria": standards or conditions that can be assessed through testing.
- The software must meet testable criteria before release. (The standards must be measurable by tests.)
- Test (n/v): a procedure to evaluate something.
- We will run a test on the new engine. (An examination to assess its function.)
- Testability (n): the quality of being testable.
- The testability of the theory is in question. (Its ability to be tested is uncertain.)
- Untestable (adj): not capable of being tested.
- Some metaphysical claims are untestable. (They cannot be examined by empirical methods.)
- Verifiable: able to be confirmed or proven true.
- Examinable: capable of being inspected or scrutinized.
- Provable: able to be demonstrated as true or valid.
Put to the test: to cause something to be examined or tried.
- The new equipment was put to the test in harsh conditions. (It was evaluated under difficult circumstances.)
Stand the test of time: to remain valuable or effective over a long period.
- Her theories have stood the test of time. (They remain valid after many years.)