Extracurricular (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Outside the regular academic curriculum; "sports and drama are popular extracurricular activities".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The school offered a variety of extracurricular programs for students to explore their interests outside of regular classes.
- Many colleges and universities place a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities as part of a well-rounded education.
- She was involved in several extracurricular clubs during her high school years, including debate team and school choir.
- Extracurricular activities such as sports and music programs often rely on donations and fundraising efforts to stay afloat.
- The student's participation in extracurricular activities was seen as a major factor in their college acceptance.
Meaning 2
Outside the regular duties of your job or profession.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Meaning 3
Characterized by adultery; "an adulterous relationship"; "extramarital affairs"; "the extracurricular activities of a philandering husband".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The detective uncovered an extracurricular affair between the business owner and his young assistant.
- His marriage began to unravel as evidence of his extracurricular activities came to light.
- Rumors of the politician's extracurricular escapades led to a scandal that nearly ruined his career.
- She filed for divorce after discovering her husband's extracurricular relationships with multiple women.
- The media frenzy surrounding the celebrity's extracurricular love life overshadowed their film premiere.