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Topic: University

absentee

IPA: /ˌæbˈsɛn.ti/

KK: /æb'sɛnˌti/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone or something that is not present or not in a particular place.

Example: The absentee landlord rarely visits the property.

noun

Definition: A person who is not present in a place where they are expected to be, such as at work or school.

Example: The teacher marked the absentee on the attendance sheet.

academe

IPA: /əˈkædiːm/

KK: /əˈkædɪm/

noun

Definition: A place where students are taught, or the community of scholars and educators involved in academic life.

Example: The academe is often seen as a place of rigorous intellectual pursuit.

academia

IPA: /ˌækəˈdiːmə/

KK: /ˌækəˈdiːmə/

noun

Definition: This term refers to the world of education and scholarship, particularly in colleges and universities, where teaching and research take place.

Example: Many researchers contribute to the field of academia through their published studies.

academic

IPA: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪk/

KK: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪk/

adjective

Definition: Related to education, especially in schools or universities, and often involving formal study or scholarly activities.

Example: She pursued an academic career in biology after completing her PhD.

noun

Definition: A person who teaches or conducts research at a college or university, or someone who is involved in scholarly activities.

Example: The academic presented his research at the conference.

academical

IPA: /ˌækəˈdɛmɪkəl/

KK: /ˌækəˈdɛmɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to education, schools, or scholarly activities. It often describes things that are connected to learning or teaching.

Example: She pursued an academical career in philosophy and literature.

academically

IPA: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.kli/

KK: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.kli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that is related to education, learning, or scholarly activities.

Example: She performed academically well in her studies, earning top grades in all her subjects.

academician

IPA: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: A person who is a member of a group that promotes or studies art, literature, or science.

Example: The academician presented his research at the annual conference.

academy

IPA: /əˈkædəmi/

KK: /əˈkædəmi/

noun

Definition: A place where people go to learn, often focused on a specific subject or skill. It can refer to a school, especially one that prepares students for college, or a group of experts in a particular field.

Example: She attended a prestigious academy for the arts.

accredit

IPA: /əˈkrɛdɪt/

KK: /əˈkrɛdɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To officially recognize or approve someone or something, often in a formal way, such as giving authority to an ambassador or certifying that an institution meets certain standards.

Example: The university was accredited by the national board, allowing its graduates to apply for advanced degrees.

accreditable

IPA: /əˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

KK: /əˈkrɛdɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be officially recognized or approved, often in relation to qualifications or institutions.

Example: The institution is recognized as an accreditable body by the national education board.

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