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schoolwork

noun

school·​work ˈskül-ˌwərk How to pronounce schoolwork (audio)
Synonyms of schoolworknext
: lessons done in class or assigned to be done at home

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Recent research from the College Board found that 84% of high school students are using generative AI tools for schoolwork, but 50% of students are on the fence about whether the benefits of the technology are greater than the risks. Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2025 The National Research Center on the Gifted and Talented (NRCGT) states family stress, low expectations, and social pressure can suppress motivation, while unchallenging schoolwork often leaves gifted learners bored and discouraged. Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Nov. 2025 There’s a break room at the back of the shop where the children often complete their schoolwork. Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 31 Oct. 2025 In addition to the pressures of working from home, making sure their kids stayed on top of their online schoolwork, sheltering in place and staying healthy, Katie was unknowingly going through perimenopause. Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 29 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for schoolwork

Word History

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of schoolwork was in 1803

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“Schoolwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/schoolwork. Accessed 6 Dec. 2025.

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schoolwork

noun
school·​work -ˌwərk How to pronounce schoolwork (audio)
: lessons done in classes at school or assigned to be done at home

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