Exam
Part of speech: noun
Definition: }}
Example sentence: Patients know in a heartbeat if they're getting a clumsy exam.
Examination
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A formal test involving answering written or oral questions with no or limited access to text books or the like.An inspection by a doctor or other medically qualified person to establish the extent and nature of any sickness or injury.
Example sentence: I was studying to be an architect, I wasn't plotting to join the movies. Films were just another career option. I took acting up with the same schoolgirl enthusiasm I had for examinations. Acting is a job and I take it very seriously.