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Education

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education
1.
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du
ca
tion
Noun

the process that involves teaching and learning, particularly at a school, university, or college

She pursued higher education by attending a prestigious university.

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educate
2.
e
du
cate
Verb

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

Schools exist to educate children.

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educational
3.
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du
ca
tio
nal
Adjective

intended to provide knowledge or facilitate learning

The educational program aims to enhance students' understanding of environmental conservation.

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educate
4.
e
du
cate
Verb

to teach someone, often within a school or university setting

Schools exist to educate children.

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academic
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a
ca
de
mic
Adjective

related to education, particularly higher education

Pursuing an academic degree requires dedication to studying and researching a specific subject area.

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assignment
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a
ssign
ment
Noun

a task given to a student to do

The teacher handed out a challenging assignment on algebraic equations.

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classwork
Noun

tasks that are given to students to do in class, and not at home

The teacher assigned a group discussion as part of the classwork for today.

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campus
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cam
pus
Noun

an area of land in which a university, college, or school, along with all their buildings, are situated

The campus of the university is spread out over 100 acres of land.

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diploma
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dip
lo
ma
Noun

a certificate given to someone who has completed a course of study

She proudly displayed her diploma on the wall of her office.

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adult education
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adult education
Noun

classes for adults to finish their education, held in the evening or over the Internet

The university's evening classes cater exclusively to adult education.

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higher education
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higher education
Noun

education at a university or similar educational institution that grants one an academic degree at the end

Higher education can be expensive, but it often leads to better job opportunities.

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private
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pri
vate
Adjective

used by or belonging to only a particular individual, group, institution, etc.

She keeps her private thoughts and feelings to herself.

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private school
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private school
Noun

a school that receives money from the parents of the students instead of the government

She attended a prestigious private school known for its excellent academic record.

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kindergarten
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kin
der
gar
ten
Noun

a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

Kindergarten is often a child's first formal introduction to a structured learning environment, where they begin to develop essential social and academic skills.

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grad
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grad
Noun

someone who has received a university or college degree

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graduate
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gra
duate
Verb

to finish a university, college, etc. study course successfully and receive a diploma or degree

She graduated with honors from the university.

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undergraduate
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un
der
gra
duate
Noun

a student who is trying to complete their first degree in college or university

Undergraduates typically pursue bachelor's degrees before considering graduate studies.

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graduation
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gra
dua
tion
Noun

the action of successfully finishing studies at a high school or a university degree

Graduation marks an important milestone in every student’s life.

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degree
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deg
ree
Noun

a unit of measurement for temperature, angles, or levels of intensity, such as Celsius degrees or a degree of pain

A right angle measures 90 degrees.

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lecturer
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lec
tu
rer
Noun

a person who teaches courses at a college or university, often with a focus on undergraduate education, but who does not hold the rank of professor

The lecturer explained the complex theory in simple terms.

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pupil
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pu
pil
Noun

a student, typically in a school or educational setting, who is learning under the guidance of a teacher

The teacher instructed the pupils to complete their assignments before the end of class.

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period
22.
pe
riod
Noun

a span of time, often with a clear beginning and end

We lived in the city for a short period.

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review
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re
view
Verb

to share personal opinions about a book, movie, or media to inform and provide insights into its strengths and weaknesses

She reviewed the latest novel, highlighting its compelling characters and thought-provoking themes.

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attend
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a
ttend
Verb

to be present at a meeting, event, conference, etc.

Employees must attend the mandatory training session next week.

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drop out
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drop out
Verb

to stop going to school, university, or college before finishing one's studies

Due to personal reasons, she had to make the difficult decision to drop out of college.

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examine
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e
xa
mine
Verb

to look at something or someone carefully to find potential issues

Be patient; the doctor will examine your eyes soon.

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exercise
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ex
er
cise
Noun

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

He avoids strenuous exercise due to his heart condition.

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examination
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xa
mi
na
tion
Noun

the process of looking closely at something to identify any issues

The mechanic's examination of the engine revealed several problems.

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quiz
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quiz
Noun

a short test given to students

The teacher gave a surprise quiz at the end of the lesson.

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tuition
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tui
tion
Noun

an amount of money that one pays to receive an education, particularly in a university or college

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31.
[hit] the books
Phrase

to study in a determined and serious manner

I can't go out tonight.I need to hit the books.

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genius
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ge
nius
Noun

someone who is very smart or is very skilled in a specific activity

Albert Einstein is widely regarded as a genius in physics.

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