Meaning & Definition of word "Grad"
Grad
/ɡræd/
noun:
- 1. A person who has completed a course of study, especially a person who has received a degree from a school or university.
- Example: After four years of hard work, she was proud to be a college grad.
- 2. A graduate, especially one who has received a bachelor's degree.
- Example: The university's graduation ceremony was attended by many proud grads and their families.
- 3. A student who is pursuing an advanced degree (graduate student).
- Example: He decided to become a grad student to further his education in psychology.
verb:
- 1. To graduate, or to cause to graduate, especially from an academic institution.
- Example: She plans to grad from her master's program next spring.
Etymology
●Abbreviation of graduate, derived from Latin 'graduatus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grad school:
A school that offers advanced academic degrees beyond the undergraduate level.
recent grad:
A person who has graduated recently, typically within the last year.
grad party:
A celebration held in honor of a person's graduation.
Related Words
graduate:
Someone who has completed a degree or diploma.
diploma:
A certificate awarded to a student upon completing a course of study.
Slang Meanings of grad
Meaning: Shortened term for graduate school.
● Example Sentence: I'm thinking about going to grad for my master's degree.
Meaning: Refers to the period of life after graduation.
● Example Sentence: Life as a grad can be tough, finding a job is challenging.