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academics
a-kuh-DEH-mihks
Academics (noun) means Schoolwork and scholarly study, especially as distinct from sports or social activities. Example: “The school places a strong emphasis on academics alongside athletics.”
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Schoolwork and scholarly study, especially as distinct from sports or social activities.
"The school places a strong emphasis on academics alongside athletics."
"He struggled with academics but excelled on the football pitch."
"Her parents care more about academics than about trophies."
How to use academics
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe schoolwork/study side of education, as opposed to sports, clubs, or social life.
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What does “academics” mean?
The word “academics” means schoolwork and scholarly study, especially as distinct from sports or social activities. In plain terms, the schoolwork/study side of education, as opposed to sports, clubs, or social life.
How do you pronounce “academics”?
“Academics” is pronounced a-kuh-DEH-mihks (/ˌækəˈdɛmɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “academics” in a sentence?
Here is “academics” used in a sentence: “The school places a strong emphasis on academics alongside athletics.”
What part of speech is “academics”?
“Academics” is a noun.
Is “academics” a common word?
“Academics” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "academics" and "academia"?
"Academics" refers to schoolwork and scholarly study, especially as distinct from sports or social activities, and often describes a student's performance in classes. "Academia" refers to the broader world or institution of scholarly and educational work, such as universities and research generally.
Is "academics" singular or plural?
"Academics" is used as a plural noun referring collectively to schoolwork and scholarly study, and it takes a plural verb, as in "her academics are strong." It should not be confused with "an academic," a countable noun meaning a scholar or professor.
How is "academics" different from "athletics" in a school context?
"Academics" refers to schoolwork and scholarly study, while "athletics" refers to sports and physical competition; schools often discuss a balance between the two. The distinction is commonly used when describing a student's overall performance or a school's programs.
