Definition

The position or role of a professor at a college or university, often involving teaching and research responsibilities.

Example

After many years of hard work, she finally achieved her professorship at the university.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sarah getting a professorship at the university?

Yeah, that’s amazing! She worked so hard for it.

I know! It’s such a big achievement for her career.

Absolutely, I can’t wait to see what she does next.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Professorship → It is formed from "profess" (from Latin "profiteri", meaning to declare publicly) and "-ship" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "professorship" refers to the state or position of being a professor, someone who publicly declares knowledge in a particular field.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'declares' their knowledge ('profess') and holds a specific 'position' ('-ship') in academia. This helps you remember that a professorship is the role of a person who teaches and shares knowledge.

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