SCHOLASTIC Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

scholastic

adjective

skə-ˈla-stik

Definition of scholastic

as in educational

of or relating to schooling or learning especially at an advanced level a college that gives a higher priority to scholastic endeavors than to athletic pursuits

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Recent Examples of scholastic Go literal with scholastic motifs, or keep it subtle with bright colors and minimalist designs. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026 The Union’s move is a small reversal of a decades-long trend away from scholastic sports as a soccer development tool. — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 19 June 2026 Her work — rooted in teaching, scholastic research and mentoring — is continually focused on advancing social, racial and economic equity in secondary education classrooms. — Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 3 June 2026 The team also captured the women’s scholastic championship. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for scholastic

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When Kirk left acting to start a family, ultimately working in arts and educational nonprofits, Shea eagerly pulled her back in, asking her to act out scenes with friends during his Shakespeare classes.

— Lucy Gellman, Hartford Courant, 13 Nov. 2026
Artist rehearsals, recording sessions, educational programs and collaborations with local cultural organizations and nonprofits are also planned, establishing Domino as a year-round gathering place for the city’s creative community.

— Jem Aswad, Variety, 12 Nov. 2026

Definition of educational

Adjective

Many academic researchers publish only a handful of papers each year, seeking scientific discoveries or solutions to everyday problems facing businesses and government agencies.

— TODD WALLACK THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
Model procedures should provide timely notice, straightforward requests, and alternative assignments without academic penalties.

— Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of academic

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In 2013, the ASA was one of the first major American scholarly associations to endorse an academic boycott of Israel.

— Nancy Koppelman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
The manuscript comprises the Bible (Old and New Testaments) and an assortment of other ancient historical, scholarly, and religious writings.

— Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Oct. 2026

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