scholarship
Americannoun
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learning; knowledge acquired by study; the academic attainments of a scholar.
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a sum of money or other aid granted to a student, because of merit, need, etc., to pursue their studies.
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the position or status of a student who has been granted money or other aid to pursue their studies.
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a foundation to provide financial assistance to students.
noun
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academic achievement; erudition; learning
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financial aid provided for a scholar because of academic merit
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the position of a student who gains this financial aid
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( as modifier )
a scholarship student
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the qualities of a scholar
Synonym Usage
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Etymology
Origin of scholarship
Explanation
Scholarship is the research done by academics. Or if you receive a scholarship, you're getting an award that will help pay the cost of tuition at school. If you're getting ready for college, chances are you're also looking to see if any scholarships are available. A scholarship is a great thing to get: it means you don't have to pay full tuition to go to a school. Scholarships are awarded for good grades, athletic success, and other accomplishments. Once you get in to school, you'll be engaged in another kind of scholarship — the kind that has to do with research, studying, and higher learning.
Vocabulary lists containing scholarship
The Vocabulary of College
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Over three years, Helton’s business has collected $291,165 in public scholarship funds, Step Up said.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
Barce put himself through college on a sports scholarship.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
“Cast Away” is a masterwork of creative fiction, employing historical scholarship, biblical allusions and Jungian psychology to deliver one of the most beguiling survival stories ever written.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
A less expensive school that offers a partial athletic scholarship, or a transfer after two years, can all lead her to the same destination.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
I would get a scholarship for half of my tuition.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
The two established the T&C Foundation in 2018, a charitable group involved in youth scholarships and educational programs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Because of our income, we wouldn’t qualify for need-based aid, and these schools generally don’t offer merit scholarships.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
She could contribute through scholarships, part-time work and college loans — or she could opt for a less expensive school.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 21, 2026
The scholarships don’t cost state budgets a penny.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Not to mention I still had to look for scholarships and fill out college applications.
From "Made You Up" by Francesca Zappia
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