Syllable CounterHaiku CheckerSyllable DictionaryRulesPoetry
academic
adjective
See more 4-syllable adjectives

Divide academic into syllables:

aca · d · e · mic

How to pronounce academic:

Definition of academic:

academic (adjective):
of, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result.

Synonyms for academic:

intellectualpedanticeducationalpedagogicpedagogical

Antonyms for academic:

extracurricularsporting

Other 4-syllable words like academic

Here are some other common words that have 4 syllables, like academic does.

See all 4-syllable words
Syllable Quiz
How many syllables in the word subdued?

Question 1 of 5

Syllable Fun Fact
Flapping, a feature of American English, affects the pronunciation of 't' and 'd' between vowels, influencing syllable clarity and perception.

You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!

Learn more syllable fun facts
Trending words

These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.

  1. surreptitiously
  2. heaven
  3. seriously
  4. unbeknownst
  5. convenient
  6. colleague
  7. confide
  8. equivocate
  9. infatuated
  10. slovenly


Syllable Counter is reader-supported. When you purchase something through one of our links, we may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

©2025 SyllableCounter.io