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Graduation: meaning, definitions and examples

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graduation

 

[ ˌɡrædʒ.uˈeɪ.ʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

completion of studies

Graduation is the successful completion of a course of study, typically in a school or university. It is a formal ceremony where students receive their academic degrees or diplomas.

Synonyms

commencement, convocation

Examples of usage

  • I attended my graduation ceremony last week.
  • She will be graduating with honors at the end of the year.
Context #2 | Noun

celebration

Graduation can also refer to the celebration or party that takes place after the completion of studies.

Synonyms

celebration, party

Examples of usage

  • We are planning a big graduation party for our daughter.
  • The graduation ceremony will be followed by a reception.
Context #3 | Noun

transition to the next stage

Graduation marks the transition from one stage of life to another, often symbolizing the end of a chapter and the beginning of a new journey.

Synonyms

milestone, transition

Examples of usage

  • After graduation, he plans to travel the world.
  • She felt a mix of excitement and uncertainty after graduation.

Translations

Translations of the word "graduation" in other languages:

🇵🇹 graduação

🇮🇳 स्नातक

🇩🇪 Abschluss

🇮🇩 kelulusan

🇺🇦 випуск

🇵🇱 ukończenie

🇯🇵 卒業 (sotsugyō)

🇫🇷 diplôme

🇪🇸 graduación

🇹🇷 mezuniyet

🇰🇷 졸업 (joreop)

🇸🇦 تخرج (takhrij)

🇨🇿 promoce

🇸🇰 promócia

🇨🇳 毕业 (bìyè)

🇸🇮 diplomiranje

🇮🇸 útskrift

🇰🇿 бітіру

🇬🇪 დიპლომის მიღება (diplomis migeba)

🇦🇿 məzuniyyət

🇲🇽 graduación

Word origin

The word 'graduation' originated from the Latin word 'gradus', meaning 'step' or 'degree'. It has been used in the context of completing studies and receiving academic degrees since the late 16th century. Graduation ceremonies have been a traditional part of academic institutions for centuries, symbolizing the achievement and advancement of students in their educational journey.

See also: undergraduate.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,381 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.