Meaning & Definition
verb
Past tense of 'graduate'; to have completed a course of study or degree.
He graduated from high school last year.
To mark with degrees or divisions.
The teacher graduated the lines on the board for clear visibility.
adjective
Having received a degree or diploma from an educational institution.
She is a graduated student of biology from the university.
Divided into degrees or steps in a scale.
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.
Slang Meanings
Grad
I met my friend at the grad party.
Glo (short for 'Gloat')
He feels like a glo now that he graduated.