Meaning & use
IQ
A score derived from standardized tests that is meant to measure a person's reasoning and problem-solving ability.
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Her IQ score placed her well above average on the standardized test.
Employers rarely ask for an applicant's IQ during a job interview.
A note on using this word
IQ stands for 'intelligence quotient'; it is a numerical measure, not a description of character or general knowledge.
Words with a similar meaning
intelligence quotient
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