Scholar (Noun)
Meaning 1
A learned person (especially in the humanities); someone who by long study has gained mastery in one or more disciplines.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Hyponyms
- Booklover
- Book Lover
- Theologizer
- Dr.
- Medieval Schoolman
- Pundit
- Generalist
- Masorite
- Schoolman
- Scholastic
- Alum
- Savant
- Theologist
- Historiographer
- Bookworm
- Post Doc
- Kabbalist
- Alumna
- Shakespearean
- Grad
- Valedictory Speaker
- Massorete
- Salutatory Speaker
- Learned Person
- Graduate
- Theologiser
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Meaning 2
A student who holds a scholarship.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- As a scholar at the university, Emily received a full-ride scholarship that covered her tuition, fees, and living expenses.
- The donor organization required their scholar to maintain a high GPA in order to renew their funding each semester.
- James, a junior and scholarship recipient, felt pressure to live up to his donor's expectations and represent his institution well.
- Because of the scholar award, Amanda was able to participate in unpaid internships that enriched her learning experience.
- Alexandra was overjoyed to receive news that she was a new scholar in her field of study and was eligible to apply for future awards.
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Meaning 3
Someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She was a diligent scholar, always eager to learn from her teacher and absorb new knowledge.
- The young scholar devoured books on history and science, soaking up information like a sponge.
- As a scholar of ancient languages, he was able to decipher the mysterious inscription on the stone tablet.
- The school recognized her as an outstanding scholar, awarding her a full scholarship to a prestigious university.
- The young scholar listened intently to her mentor's words, internalizing the valuable lessons and guidance.