Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Related to education, especially at college or university level.
Academic
/ˌækəˈdemɪk/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonymsExamples:
She wants an academic job at the university.His academic achievements are very impressive this year.
Etymology:
Originated from the Latin academicus and Greek akadēmikos in the early 16th century, meaning belonging to the school of Plato. The word academy first appeared in English around the same period.
Usage Statistics:
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