as in literacy
the understanding and information gained from being educated the historian's new book displays a remarkable level of scholarship

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How does the noun scholarship differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of scholarship are erudition, knowledge, and learning. While all these words mean "what is or can be known by an individual or by humankind," scholarship implies the possession of learning characteristic of the advanced scholar in a specialized field of study or investigation.

a work of first-rate literary scholarship

When might erudition be a better fit than scholarship?

The synonyms erudition and scholarship are sometimes interchangeable, but erudition strongly implies the acquiring of profound, recondite, or bookish learning.

an erudition unusual even in a scholar

Where would knowledge be a reasonable alternative to scholarship?

Although the words knowledge and scholarship have much in common, knowledge applies to facts or ideas acquired by study, investigation, observation, or experience.

rich in the knowledge of human nature

When is learning a more appropriate choice than scholarship?

The words learning and scholarship are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, learning applies to knowledge acquired especially through formal, often advanced, schooling.

a book that demonstrates vast learning

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Recent Examples of scholarship Walker owed his playing career to Riverside and Lorch, whose money and contacts led him to a major college scholarship. Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 17 Oct. 2025 What catches my eye now is an ad, a call for a scholarship and a chance to win a full ride at SOAS University of London. Literary Hub, 17 Oct. 2025 Organizers expected 300 attendees over the four days, including scholarship recipients, guest speakers and affiliates from across the region, according to the event's website. Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025 In 2022, a fundraising live auction during Sweetwater’s 50th anniversary gala earmarked some of the money for ELM’s scholarship and tuition programs. Paul Liberatore, Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for scholarship
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scholarship
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  • The industry offers resources that can help scale AI literacy efforts quickly.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Off-field distractions, not to mention a lack of financial literacy, and missed opportunities to invest wisely can hold you back on the field and from building generational wealth.
    Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
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  • Today, her steady hand, institutional knowledge and loyalty continue to guide the Tennessean and inspire her colleagues.
    Brad Schmitt, Nashville Tennessean, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • At the same time, alternative education pathways are proving faster, cheaper, and lucrative.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The preliminary draft released by state education officials lays out what standards Massachusetts high school students may be required to meet to graduate, replacing the former MCAS standardized testing requirement.
    Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 20 Oct. 2025
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  • Developed by AheadForm Technology, the robot offers up to 30 degrees of freedom, powered by a precise control system and an advanced AI learning algorithm.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act, which was updated in 2010, requires schools to provide equal access to programs for students with disabilities and to eliminate barriers to their learning.
    Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 15 Oct. 2025

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“Scholarship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scholarship. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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