Definition

Related to a specific period of time, especially in an academic or legislative context.

Example

The university offers sessional courses that run for a single term.

Conversation

Are you ready for the sessional exams next week?

I am, but I'm a bit nervous about the history paper.

I hear the syllabus for this sessional is quite extensive.

Yeah, but I think we can manage if we study smart.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A person who is employed temporarily by a college or university to teach or assist in teaching.

Example

The sessional instructor brought fresh ideas to the classroom.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new sessional instructor they hired for our class?

Yeah, I heard she has a lot of experience teaching at other universities.

I hope she brings some fresh ideas to the curriculum.

Root Explanation

**Sessional** → It is formed from "sessio" (from Latin, meaning a sitting or session) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "sessional" refers to something that pertains to a session or a period of sitting.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'sitting' ('sessio') that is 'pertaining to' a specific time or event — that's what sessional means.

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