SCHOLASTIC Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

scholastic

adjective

skə-ˈla-stik

Definition of scholastic

as in educational

of or relating to schooling or learning especially at an advanced level a college that gives a higher priority to scholastic endeavors than to athletic pursuits

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Recent Examples of scholastic When not identified early, this can potentially derail a student’s scholastic trajectory from the very first days of school. — Sherri Helvie, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026 Fugard lets his scholastic streak drive a good deal of the conversation. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026 The showcase has generated more than 5,100 scholarships and $164 million in scholastic aid since its inception. — Jon Poorman, Houston Chronicle, 31 Jan. 2026 What my daughter does have is an understanding of the purpose of scholastic sports. — Peter Jensen, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for scholastic

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In 1966, the federal government commissioned a massive survey aimed at solving educational inequality.

— Rund Abdelfatah, NPR, 3 Sep. 2026
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service estimate that up to 18,000 private schools, colleges and other educational institutions nationwide could be affected by the proposal.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of educational

Adjective

Advertisement Unfortunately, some of my academic and clinical colleagues have dismissed this approach.

— David H. Rosmarin, Time, 29 Aug. 2026
Hutton said Calumet College regularly sends representatives to the school to monitor it, including its governance system and academic programs.

— Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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