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Scholastically: meaning, definitions and examples

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scholastically

 

[ skəˈlæstɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

academic performance

Scholastically relates to anything pertaining to academic learning or education. It is often used to describe performance, achievements, or pursuits within a formal educational context. The term highlights an individual’s academic endeavors and success in scholarly activities. This could include grades, honors, or participation in academic competitions or institutions.

Synonyms

academically, educationally, scholarly

Examples of usage

  • He performed scholastically well in his graduate studies.
  • The school's scholastically rigorous curriculum prepares students for advanced academics.
  • She was recognized scholastically for her exceptional work in mathematics.

Translations

Translations of the word "scholastically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escolasticamente

🇮🇳 शिक्षात्मक रूप से

🇩🇪 scholastisch

🇮🇩 secara akademis

🇺🇦 шкільно

🇵🇱 szkolnie

🇯🇵 学問的に

🇫🇷 scolastiquement

🇪🇸 escolásticamente

🇹🇷 okul olarak

🇰🇷 학문적으로

🇸🇦 من الناحية الأكاديمية

🇨🇿 školsky

🇸🇰 školsky

🇨🇳 学术上

🇸🇮 šolsko

🇮🇸 skólalega

🇰🇿 оқу тұрғысынан

🇬🇪 სკოლასისტურად

🇦🇿 məktəbli

🇲🇽 escolásticamente

Word origin

The word 'scholastically' derives from the root word 'scholastic', which has its origins in the Latin term 'scholasticus', meaning 'of a school or scholar'. This Latin term in turn comes from the Greek word 'scholastikos', identifying someone who is learned or educated. Historically, the term has been associated with the scholastic method of learning that emerged during the Middle Ages, emphasizing a systematic approach to education and the study of texts. The emergence of universities in Europe further solidified the meaning of the term 'scholastic', which implies a commitment to rigorous academic standards. Over time, the adverb 'scholastically' has evolved to encompass not just formal education but also the manner in which academic pursuits are undertaken and evaluated in contemporary contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,743, 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.