noncollegiate

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒn.kəˈliː.dʒɪt/

KK: /nɑnˈkɑlɪdʒɪt/

adjective

Definition

Referring to something that is not related to or associated with a college or university.

Example

The noncollegiate program offers vocational training for those who prefer hands-on experience.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new club that's forming?

Yeah, I heard it's noncollegiate, which is interesting.

I think it's great that they are including everyone, not just college students.

Absolutely! It will bring a lot of diversity to the group.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

independent

unaffiliated

nonacademic

Antonyms

collegiate

academic

scholarly

Root Explanation

Noncollegiate → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "collegiate" (from Latin "collegium", meaning a society or group). The word "noncollegiate" refers to something that is not related to or associated with a college or university society.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'collegiate' referring to a group or society related to college — so noncollegiate means not part of that college group.

Visually Confused Words

uncollegiate