Definition

In a way that relates to education, schools, or academic learning.

Example

She performed scholastically well in her exams, earning top grades.

Conversation

How did you do on the exam yesterday?

I think I did pretty well, but I studied scholastically for hours.

That's a good approach! I always try to focus on my notes scholastically too.

Yeah, it really helps to understand the material better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scholastically → It is formed from "scholasticus" (from Latin, meaning of a school or scholar) and the suffix "-ally" (meaning in a manner of). The word "scholastically" refers to something done in a manner related to scholarly or academic study.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'scholar' which relates to someone who studies, and remember that 'scholastically' means doing something in a scholarly way.

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