COLLEGIATE Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

collegiate

adjective

Definition of collegiate

as in scholastic

of or relating to a college or its students collegiate athletics

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Recent Examples of collegiate The legislation would bring a standardized set of federal rules governing collegiate athletics. — Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 26 Sep. 2026 My amendment would reverse previous interference and prevent future interference by exempting collegiate sports from antitrust laws. — Sen. Rand Paul Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 2026 The 6-foot, 216-pound playmaker suffered a torn ACL that ended his final collegiate season in 2023. — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026 Andrew Olesh, Brady Bidwell, Tradarian Ball and Brandon Smith also scored their first collegiate touchdowns in the second half. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for collegiate

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The award honors media professionals and groups making significant contributions to scholastic journalism.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Go literal with scholastic motifs, or keep it subtle with bright colors and minimalist designs.

— Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of scholastic

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Joshua Childs, an associate professor of educational leadership and policy at the University of Texas at Austin, said attendance correlates to whether a student is engaged in their academics and in their relationships with peers and teachers.

— Lina Ruiz October 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Oct. 2026
Today, under the direction of his daughter Sheila Loewe, the organization continues to promote creativity and educational programs, as well as protect cultural heritage in the fields of craft, art, design, photography, poetry and dance.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of educational

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Research extends beyond Toyota The new center will also have an academic research role.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
People who have good self-control often have higher psychological well-being, more academic and on-the-job achievements, and healthier relationships.

— Joan M. Cook, Time, 3 Oct. 2026

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