psychometrics [sahy-kuh -me -triks]
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noun (used with a singular verb ) Psychology the measurement of mental traits, abilities, and processes. Show More
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British Dictionary definitions for psychometrics 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 Show More
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Word Origin and History for psychometrics n. "science of measuring mental processes," 1917, from psychometric ; also see -ics .
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psychometrics in Medicine psychometrics [sī′kə-mĕt′ rĭks]
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 Show More
Related forms psy′cho•met′ ric null adj. The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
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