Meaning & Definition of word "Graduated"
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Graduated
/ˈɡrædʒueɪtɪd/
verb:
- 1. Past tense of 'graduate'; to have completed a course of study or degree.
- Example: He graduated from high school last year.
- 2. To mark with degrees or divisions.
- Example: The teacher graduated the lines on the board for clear visibility.
adjective:
- 1. Having received a degree or diploma from an educational institution.
- Example: She is a graduated student of biology from the university.
- 2. Divided into degrees or steps in a scale.
- Example: The graduated cylinder is marked with measurements for precise liquid measurement.
Etymology
The word 'graduated' comes from the Latin 'graduatus', which means 'to take a step' or 'to advance'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
graduated with honors:
Having earned a high level of distinction upon graduating.
graduated from:
To have completed a particular program or level of education.
graduation ceremony:
A formal event during which degrees or diplomas are conferred.
Related Words
graduate:
A person who has received a degree or diploma.
undergraduate:
A student who has not yet received a degree.
postgraduate:
A student who is pursuing further studies after obtaining a degree.
Slang Meanings of graduated
Meaning: Grad
Example Sentence: I met my friend at the grad party.
Meaning: Glo (short for 'Gloat')
Example Sentence: He feels like a glo now that he graduated.