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collegian

 

[ kəˈliː.dʒən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

university student

A collegian is a student attending a college or university. This term is often used to refer to someone who is enrolled in higher education, typically pursuing a degree. Collegians are generally characterized by their involvement in academic and extracurricular activities. The experience of being a collegian is marked by social interactions, intellectual challenges, and the development of independence. This term is commonly used in the United States and signifies a stage in a student's journey towards their career.

Synonyms

scholar, student, undergraduate

Examples of usage

  • Many collegians participate in student government.
  • The event was organized by a group of collegians.
  • Collegians often seek internships to boost their resumes.
  • The university provides resources tailored for collegians.

Translations

Translations of the word "collegian" in other languages:

🇵🇹 estudante universitário

🇮🇳 कॉलेज का छात्र

🇩🇪 Student

🇮🇩 mahasiswa

🇺🇦 студент коледжу

🇵🇱 student

🇯🇵 大学生

🇫🇷 étudiant

🇪🇸 estudiante

🇹🇷 üniversite öğrencisi

🇰🇷 대학생

🇸🇦 طالب جامعي

🇨🇿 student

🇸🇰 študent

🇨🇳 大学生

🇸🇮 študent

🇮🇸 háskólanemi

🇰🇿 колледж студенті

🇬🇪 უნივერსიტეტის სტუდენტი

🇦🇿 universitet tələbəsi

🇲🇽 estudiante universitario

Etymology

The word 'collegian' is derived from the Latin word 'collegium,' which means 'a society or association of persons in a profession or for a common purpose.' It entered the English language in the early 19th century. Originally, it referred to members of a college or other higher education institutions. Over time, the meaning has evolved to specifically denote students engaged in higher learning. The term is often associated with university culture and the collegiate experience, highlighting the significance of community among students in academic settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,709, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.