Definition

Relating to the period or education that occurs before attending college.

Example

Many students take precollegiate courses to prepare for higher education.

Conversation

Have you thought about what you want to study precollegiate?

Not really, I'm still figuring it out.

I remember when I was precollegiate, I had so many ideas.

Yeah, it's a bit overwhelming, but exciting at the same time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Precollegiate → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "collegiate" (from Latin "collegium", meaning a society or group). The word "precollegiate" refers to the period or level of education that occurs before attending college.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pre-' meaning 'before' and 'collegiate' relating to college — so precollegiate refers to the education that happens before college.

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