screening (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈskriːnɪŋ/

Definition

An examination or test to detect the presence of something, especially a disease or a problem, or to select people for a particular job or activity.

Examples

• The company conducts a background screening for all new employees.

• Regular cancer screening can help detect the disease early.

• The film festival includes a special screening of independent movies.

How to Use screening

screening for (prepositional phrase)

The process of testing or examining for the presence of a specific condition or disease. — "The doctor recommended a screening for high cholesterol."

screening of (prepositional phrase)

The act of showing a film or other media, or the process of examining something. — "The screening of the new film was highly anticipated."

Synonyms of screening

Words with a similar meaning to screening:

• examination
• check-up
• assessment
• investigation
• audition

Antonyms of screening

Words with the opposite meaning to screening:

• confirmation
• acceptance

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