acid test (Meaning)

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acid test (n)

a rigorous or crucial appraisal

The new software underwent an acid test to ensure its compatibility with various operating systems and devices.
The athlete considered the championship match to be the acid test of his skills and training.
The job interview served as the acid test for the candidate's ability to handle challenging situations and demonstrate expertise.
The chef believed that preparing a complex, multi-course meal would be the acid test of his culinary skills.
The negotiations between the two countries were seen as the acid test of their diplomatic relations and cooperation.
The entrepreneur viewed the market launch of the innovative product as the acid test for its success in the industry.
The teacher designed a rigorous final exam to serve as the acid test for students' understanding of the course material.
The project manager considered the tight deadline and limited resources to be the acid test of the team's efficiency and collaboration.
The pilot's ability to handle emergency situations was put to the acid test during a simulated in-flight crisis.
The financial stress test was considered the acid test for the bank's resilience and stability in challenging economic conditions.

a rigorous or crucial appraisal

litmus, cross, crucible, fire,litmus test, gauntlet,ordeal, baptism, gantlet, initiation

No antonyms found.

The new software underwent an acid test to ensure its compatibility with various operating systems and devices.

The athlete considered the championship match to be the acid test of his skills and training.

The job interview served as the acid test for the candidate's ability to handle challenging situations and demonstrate expertise.

The chef believed that preparing a complex, multi-course meal would be the acid test of his culinary skills.