COLLEGIATE Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

collegiate

adjective

Definition of collegiate

as in scholastic

of or relating to a college or its students collegiate athletics

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Recent Examples of collegiate Both of his parents played at collegiate level and the youngest of four brothers followed in the footsteps of his three older siblings, all of whom play the Beautiful Game. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 29 Sep. 2026 The legislation would bring a standardized set of federal rules governing collegiate athletics. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 26 Sep. 2026 My amendment would reverse previous interference and prevent future interference by exempting collegiate sports from antitrust laws. — Sen. Rand Paul Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Broncos practice squad running back Cody Schrader started his collegiate career at Truman State, a Division II school in Missouri. — Sam Jane, Denver Post, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for collegiate

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The district boasts 15 elementary schools — among them a regional gifted center, one scholastic academy and two Montessori schools.

— Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
The award honors media professionals and groups making significant contributions to scholastic journalism.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of scholastic

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Joshua Childs, an associate professor of educational leadership and policy at the University of Texas at Austin, said attendance correlates to whether a student is engaged in their academics and in their relationships with peers and teachers.

— Lina Ruiz October 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Oct. 2026
Today, under the direction of his daughter Sheila Loewe, the organization continues to promote creativity and educational programs, as well as protect cultural heritage in the fields of craft, art, design, photography, poetry and dance.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of educational

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The institute expects to add 16 subspecialty providers, expand clinical trial opportunities and house outpatient therapy, rehabilitation and neuro infusion services, along with Baptist Health’s first academic lecture theater.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
Corduroy, apparently, could outfit the full range of academic achievement.

— John Vorwald, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026

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