academic
adjectiveDivide 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:
intellectualpedanticeducationalpedagogicpedagogicalAntonyms for academic:
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