Academic

/ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is a teacher or scholar at an institute of higher learning.

The lecture was given by a renowned academic in the field of physics.

A member of an academy or other institution of learning.

The academic was elected to the national academy due to his contributions to research.

adjective

Relating to education and scholarship.

She pursued an academic career in mathematics.

Associated with a college or university.

The academic community gathered for the annual conference.

Theoretical or hypothetical; not practical or applied.

His arguments were too academic to be relevant in practical discussions.

Involving a process of formal education, especially at a higher level.

The academic excellence of the institution is well recognized worldwide.

Derived from the Greek 'Akademia,' the name of the school founded by Plato.

academic year

The annual period of sessions or terms during which students attend classes.

academic performance

The level of achievement a student attains in their studies.

academic freedom

The liberty of scholars to teach, study, and pursue knowledge without undue restriction or interference.

academician

A member of an academy, especially a distinguished scholar or scientist.

academics

The study or practice of subjects related to education and scholarship.

academicism

The adherence to formalized educational practices and scholarly standards.

A term used to describe someone overly focused on academic achievement to the detriment of social skills.

He's such an academic, he never goes out with friends.

Referring to regulations or practices in schools that often seem impractical.

That's just academic nonsense, it doesn't work in real life.