Educate

/ˈɛdʒʊkeɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To provide instruction or training in a particular area.

The school aims to educate its students about the importance of environmental conservation.

To develop the faculties and powers of a person, especially by teaching.

Parents should educate their children on the value of honesty.

To provide someone with knowledge or understanding of a subject.

The organization works to educate the public about health issues.

To train someone in a particular skill or profession.

The apprenticeship program will educate young people in various trades.

From Latin 'educare', meaning 'to bring up, rear' or 'to train'.

educate oneself

To study or learn about a subject independently.

self-educate

To teach oneself without formal instruction.

educated guess

An estimate made based on knowledge and experience rather than complete information.

education

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction.

educator

A person who provides instruction or education.

educational

Related to the provision of education.

Dropping knowledge

He was dropping knowledge at the meeting about the new project.

Schooling someone

She schooled him on how to properly complete the assignment.