Valedictorian (Noun)
Meaning
The student with the best grades who usually delivers the valedictory address at commencement.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- She was chosen as the valedictorian of her graduating class due to her exceptional academic performance throughout high school.
- The school's valedictorian is selected based on the highest GPA, and awards are given to both the student with the highest and second-highest GPAs.
- As the valedictorian, it was her responsibility to address her fellow graduates with inspiring words on commencement day.
- She worked diligently to become her class's valedictorian and her hard work paid off in the end.
- John was honored to be named valedictorian of his graduating class after years of dedication and perseverance in his studies.