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EDUCATION

(noun)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Education.

How to pronounce education:

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Education - as a noun

The united states federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
department of educationeducation department

Knowledge acquired by learning and instruction

Example: "It was clear that he had a very broad education"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cognitive contentcontent9mental object
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The gradual process of acquiring knowledge

Example: "Education is a preparation for life"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
acquisition22learning9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
profession15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior)

Example: "A woman of breeding and refinement"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
breeding12training9

Example Sentences

"The government should invest more in education to improve the nation's future."
"My parents always emphasized the value of education."
"She pursued higher education to advance her career."
"Teachers play a crucial role in providing quality education."
"Online education has become increasingly popular in recent years."
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Word Game Points

Is EDUCATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, education is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EDUCATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is EDUCATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, education is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EDUCATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is EDUCATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, education is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EDUCATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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