psychometrics
[ sahy-kuh-me-triks ]
/ ˌsaɪ kəˈmɛ trɪks /
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noun (used with a singular verb)Psychology.
the measurement of mental traits, abilities, and processes.
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British Dictionary definitions for psychometrics
psychometrics
/ (ˌsaɪkəʊˈmɛtrɪks) /
noun (functioning as singular)
the branch of psychology concerned with the design and use of psychological tests
the application of statistical and mathematical techniques to psychological testing
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Medical definitions for psychometrics
psychometrics
[ sī′kə-mĕt′rĭks ]
n.
The branch of psychology that deals with the design, administration, and interpretation of quantitative tests for the measurement of psychological variables such as intelligence, aptitude, and personality traits.psychometry
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psy′cho•met′ric null adj.The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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