education

noun

ˌe-jə-ˈkā-shən How to pronounce education (audio)
Definition of educationnext
1
as in schooling
the act or process of imparting knowledge or skills to another a teacher who devoted herself to the education of children with special needs

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2
as in literacy
the understanding and information gained from being educated a person whose extensive education was obvious to all who met him

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Recent Examples of education Each student will be assigned one of eight funding tiers based on the services already documented in their individualized education program (IEP). — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2026 It is shaped by years of education, disciplined preparation, and the ability to understand people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026 State education standards range from detailed course content to broad concepts. — Jennifer Peltz, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026 Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down from his position, the institution said Tuesday, after seven years of leading the world's largest museum, education and research complex. — ABC News, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for education
Recent Examples of Synonyms for education
  1. schooling
  2. literacy
  3. teaching
  4. knowledge
  5. instruction
  6. learning
  7. scholarship
Noun
  • Heder didn’t want to disrupt the schooling of her two young children, ages 10 and 12, and has become too enmeshed in the area to want to leave it.
    — Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Prince Harry, 1998 - 2003 Prince Harry began his schooling at Eton a year after the death of his mother, Princess Diana.
    — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of schooling
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  • The guide is available in both English and Spanish, and offers resources to promote literacy as a routine in a child’s life.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • That data monitoring, in addition to master literacy coaches at each CMS campus to address specific student learning needs, has made a big impact, Balknight said.
    — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of literacy
Noun
  • While Steinem never directly commented on trad wives, her teachings still resonate, perhaps now more than ever in this increasingly political landscape.
    — Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Such behavior has previously been seen in animals including chimpanzees, pigs, and dolphins, who have been observed teaching family members how to get food with different types of tools.
    — Isabel Gil, Scientific American, 3 Sep. 2026
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  • But at this point, many SEC administrators would rather find out by getting a win or by losing and then moving forward with that knowledge.
    — Seth Emerson, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Most federal judges have little scientific knowledge or training.
    — Jed S. Rakoff, The New York Review of Books, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of knowledge
Noun
  • The appeal asked that the court either excuse the juror who was allegedly refusing to follow instructions or inquire further to determine whether the juror could in fact follow the judge's instructions to correctly apply the law.
    — Carmel Wroth, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The prosecution suggested that the jurors be instructed to return to the deliberations without any further instruction or voir dire.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of instruction
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  • That data monitoring, in addition to master literacy coaches at each CMS campus to address specific student learning needs, has made a big impact, Balknight said.
    — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026
  • With tactile learning and a curiosity for the world around them, children can become nature experts through everyday play.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of learning
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  • The organization awards scholarships and gives its titleholder a national platform for community service and advocacy.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Some also aim to foster a diverse student body by offering scholarships and other initiatives.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of scholarship

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“Education.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/education. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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