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educationists

noun

plural of educationist, chiefly British
as in teachers
a person whose occupation is to give formal instruction in a school educationists around the U.K. were largely in support of the reforms

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  1. teachers
  2. educators
  3. instructors
Noun
  • Employment for elementary and kindergarten teachers is projected to show little or no growth through 2035, even with 99,400 positions opening annually.
    — Kellie Lauth, Forbes.com, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The institute provides professional development to Starpoint teachers.
    — Lina Ruiz September 21, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of teachers
Noun
  • District leaders say the additional funding helps retain and recruit educators amid rising living costs.
    — Abby Dodge, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Scott said the organization is advocating for special education leaders with lived experience and knowledge of disability rights, as well as more support for educators and staff and greater accountability for IEP implementation and compliance.
    — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of educators
Noun
  • The Culinary Center offers cooking classes led by chefs and skilled instructors.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • New entrants will lean into class formats, instructors and cohort-style memberships that resemble a boutique fitness studio more than a spa.
    — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of instructors
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“Educationists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educationists. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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