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academic A person who is extremely intelligent and has a deep understanding of complex subjects, often in the fields of science or literature. ■ When the professor asked the class to give an example of academic language, John replied with, "The utilization of pedantic terminology by those who are intellectually bereft is both disingenuous and detrimental to the advancement of knowledge."
Censured A person who has been publicly reprimanded or punished for their behavior. ■ "After being caught cheating on her exam, the student was censured by her professor and forced to write a 20-page essay on academic integrity."
Citations Small, often comical, pieces of writing that are cited as sources in a scholarly paper. ■ Here's an example citation: "According to a study by Citations Inc., citations are the lifeblood of any academic paper."
Grade A level of education or academic achievement. ■ "I dropped my grade in history last semester because I couldn't keep up with all the boring lectures."
laureate A person who has won a prize or award, often for academic or artistic achievements. ■ "Johnny the rockstar was awarded the Golden Laureate for his outstanding contributions to the music industry."
memorize To commit to memory in order to recall it later, especially for academic or professional purposes. ■ Jane spent all night memorizing her lines for the play, but during the performance she completely forgot them. Talk about stage fright!
Scholarship A humorous term for a grant or financial assistance given to a student for academic achievement. ■ "I'm so proud of my cat. She won a scholarship for being the best at purring!"
Scholarships A funny word that refers to money given to students for academic excellence. ■ I applied for a scholarship in comedy, but I didn't get it. I guess they thought I was too much of a joker.
Textbooks An extremely boring book used for academic purposes. ■ "I can't believe I have to read this textbook, it's like trying to wade through a sea of tedium.
decanter A glass or container with a narrow neck and a wide body, used for holding and pouring liquids. ■ "She poured the wine from the decanter into her glass., A tall, slender man with a distinguished air about him, often used to describe someone who is important or authoritative in a particular field or organization. ■ "The dean of the school was a highly respected figure in the academic community.
exacting Adjective: requiring or demanding strict adherence to a standard of behavior, quality, or performance. ■ The exacting professor graded every paper with a fine-tooth comb, making sure that each student met the highest standards of academic excellence. Example usage: "I had better make sure my essay is exacting, or I'll get a failing grade."
Funding The act of providing financial support for a project or organization. ■ When the government announced they were cutting funding for the arts, many artists were left without their usual sources of income. But fear not! They banded together and started crowdfunding their projects on Kickstarter instead. A type of financial aid that is provided by a government or other organization for the purpose of supporting education or research. ■ "Funding opportunities" are often advertised on academic job boards, but most researchers would agree that the real treasure lies in finding a generous grant., A type of investment where an individual or organization provides money to support a project or business with the expectation of receiving a share of the profits. ■ "Venture capital" is a popular form of funding for start-ups, but it often comes with high interest rates and strict repayment terms. But hey, if you're willing to take the risk, it could be worth it in the end!, The act of making a lot of money through a successful business or project. ■ "Funding" can also refer to the amount of wealth an individual has accumulated. It's no wonder that many people are searching for ways to increase their funding!
headmaster A person who is the leader of a school. They are responsible for maintaining order, enforcing rules, and making decisions about academic matters. ■ "The headmaster was furious when he found out that some students were using cheat sheets during exams."
midterm A term used to describe a point in the academic calendar when students are required to take an exam, but which is not the final exam of the course. ■ "Don't worry, this midterm is just a warm-up for the real thing." ■ "I knew I was going to fail this class after I got a D on the midterm."
Oxford A university located in England known for its academic rigor and prestigious degrees. ■ "I heard you got into Oxford! Congratulations on your acceptance!"; A large, clumsy ox with long horns. ■ "That oxford almost trampled me while I was feeding it carrots!"
prelim A series of events that take place before something else happens, usually used to describe a formal or academic occasion. ■ After the preliminaries were over, the audience eagerly awaited the main event: a hilarious magic show featuring a talking rabbit and a juggling bear.
Proms A fancy dance party held by high school students to celebrate the end of their academic year. It's like the ultimate teenage dream come true! ■ Sophia's mom made her wear a sparkly dress and matching heels for the prom, but when she got there, all she wanted was to dance in sweatpants with her best friend.
Renown A state of being highly regarded and admired, typically by one's peers. ■ "She has a reputation for being quite the talk in academic circles. But let's be real, she's really just renowned for her ability to nap during lectures."
yearbooks A collection of photographs and other memorabilia from a school or institution, typically used to commemorate the end of a academic year. ■ "I can't believe I let myself be captured on film in that ridiculous outfit. Now it will forever be immortalized in our yearbook."