Definition

A student who has finished all the necessary work for a degree but has not yet received the official diploma.

Example

The graduand was excited to walk across the stage at the graduation ceremony.

Conversation

Did you see that the graduand ceremony is next week?

Yeah, I can’t believe it’s finally happening!

I wonder how many graduands will be there this year.

Probably a lot, and it’s going to be so exciting to celebrate with everyone.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Graduand → It is formed from "gradus" (meaning step or degree) and the suffix "-and" (indicating a person who is). A graduand is a person who is about to graduate or receive a degree.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is at the 'step' ('gradus') of completing their education — that's why a graduand is someone who is about to graduate.

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