Meaning & Definition of word "Undergrad"

Undergrad

/ˈʌndərˌɡræd/

noun:

  • 1. A student at a college or university who has not yet received a first degree.
    • Example: As an undergrad, I often attended study groups to help with challenging subjects.
  • 2. Referring to undergraduate studies or programs.
    • Example: The undergrad courses offered this semester include biology and calculus.
  • 3. A term used informally to denote someone in early stages of higher education.
    • Example: As an ambitious undergrad, she participated in various internships to build her resume.

Etymology

Derived from 'undergraduate,' combining 'under-' meaning 'below' or 'less than' and 'graduate' referring to one who has completed a degree.

Common Phrases and Expressions

freshman undergrad:

A first-year undergraduate student.

senior undergrad:

A fourth-year undergraduate student.

transfer undergrad:

An undergraduate student who has transferred from another institution.

Related Words

undergraduate studies:

The coursework involved in completing a bachelor's degree.

graduate:

A student who has completed a degree, typically at the master's or doctoral level.

Slang Meanings of undergrad

Meaning: Undergrad

Example Sentence: She’s just an undergrad trying to figure things out.

Meaning: U-grad

Example Sentence: I'm hanging out with some U-grads from my dorm.