grad
/ɡɹæd/
Meanings
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suffix
A suffix meaning 'degree' or 'graduation' in English.
Antonyms
drop-out , student
Synonyms
gon , grad , grade , scale , 🎓 , BM-21 , Katyusha
Variants
List of all variants of grad that leads to same resultgrad , grads , grade , gradeless , grades
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Derived from the Latin word 'gradus', meaning 'step' or 'degree'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The suffix 'grad' is derived from the Latin word 'gradus', which means 'step'.
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In Latin, 'gradus' was also used to denote a 'degree' of temperature.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
degree: A title or qualification awarded to a student upon successful completion of a course of study.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In English language and education, the suffix 'grad' is commonly used to denote a degree or graduation. It is often found in academic titles such as 'Bachelor of Arts' or 'Master of Science'.
How to Memorize "grad"
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visualize
- Imagine a graduation ceremony with students receiving their diplomas and wearing caps and gowns. The suffix 'grad' is a part of the words 'degree' and 'graduation'.
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associate
- Associate the suffix 'grad' with the concept of completing a course of study and achieving a degree.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Graduates get degrees, and degrees have grad as a suffix'.
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