graduated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡrædʒueɪtɪd/
KK: /ˈgrædʒueɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having completed a degree or training, often from a school or university.
Example
She is a graduated student who just received her diploma.
Conversation
Did you see that Sarah finally graduated from college?
Yeah, I heard! That's such a huge accomplishment for her.
I know, right? It feels like just yesterday we were in high school together.
Time flies! I'm so proud of all her hard work paying off.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
advanced
elevated
qualified
Antonyms
unqualified
inexperienced
basic
verb
Definition
To have completed a course of study, especially at a school or university, and received a degree or diploma.
Example
She graduated from college last year with honors.
Tense Forms
Past: graduated
Past Participle: graduated
Conversation
Did you hear that Sarah just graduated from college?
No way! That's amazing news for her.
I know, right? I remember when we were all nervous about our own graduated plans.
Root Explanation
Graduated → It is formed from "gradus" (meaning step or degree) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating to make or to become). The word "graduated" means to have completed a step or level in education, typically signifying the attainment of a degree or diploma.
Memory Tip
Think of 'steps' ('gradus') that you take in your education — when you graduate, you have completed a significant step or level.
Visually Confused Words
ungraduated
nongraduated
ungradated
regraduate
granulated
degraduate
radulate
radiated