Scholar

/ˈskɒl.ər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person who studies a subject in great detail, particularly in an academic setting.
The scholar presented her research at the annual conference.
A learned person, especially one who has profound knowledge of a particular field.
He is regarded as a leading scholar in classical literature.
A student who receives financial aid to pursue education.
She was awarded a scholarship and became a scholar at the prestigious university.

Etymology

From Middle English 'scoler', from Old French 'escolier', from Latin 'scholaris', from 'schola' meaning school.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scholar athlete
An athlete who maintains a high level of academic performance.
scholar's degree
A degree obtained by a scholar, often indicating advanced study.

Related Words

academic
Relating to education and scholarship.
researcher
A person who conducts academic or scientific research.
pupil
A student under the guidance of a teacher.

Slang Meanings

Brainiac
He's such a brainiac; he knows everything about history.
Bookworm
She’s a total bookworm, always reading something scholarly.