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inkblot test

noun

Definition of inkblot test

: any of several psychological tests (such as a Rorschach test) based on the interpretation of irregular figures (such as blots of ink)

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Those variations, along with their achievements, create a sporting and cultural inkblot test that fans and media outlets (including this one) can’t ignore. — Brian Straus, SI.com, "The World Cup Will Be Just Fine Without the Exhausting Messi vs. Ronaldo Debate," 30 June 2018 The results of the inkblot tests revealed heinous interpretations of simple black-and-white splotches. — Carson Kessler, Fortune, "MIT Scientists Create 'Psychopath' AI Named Norman," 7 June 2018

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First Known Use of inkblot test

1928, in the meaning defined above

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inkblot test

noun

Medical Definition of inkblot test

: any of several psychological tests (as a Rorschach test) based on the interpretation of irregular figures (as blots of ink)

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