acid test
The term "acid test" originates from a method used to confirm the presence of gold, but is now widely used to describe any rigorous test that determines the true value or quality of something.
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Definition
B2General Usage
(figurative)A severe or crucial test that determines the true value, quality, or effectiveness of something.
Example
- The new software will face its acid test when it's released to the public.
C1Chemistry
(technical)A test involving the reaction of an acid with another substance to determine its properties.
C1Finance
(technical)A financial metric, also known as the quick ratio, used to evaluate a company's liquidity by comparing its most liquid assets to its short-term liabilities.
Example
- The company's acid test ratio was above 1.0, indicating good short-term financial health.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "acid test":
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