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UK//ˌɡrædʒ.ʊˈeɪ.ʃən//US//ˌɡrædʒ.ʊˈeɪ.ʃən//

Meaning of Graduation

The ceremony in which degrees or diplomas are awarded to students.

In simple words: The ceremony when students finish school or college.

Graduation in a sentence

  • She was excited to attend her graduation ceremony next week.
  • The graduation took place in a large auditorium filled with families.
  • His graduation marked the end of a significant chapter in his life.
  • Many graduates dress up in caps and gowns for graduation.
  • The graduation speech inspired many of the students to pursue their dreams.
  • She received several awards during her graduation for her academic achievements.

How to use Graduation

Used mostly in educational contexts. Formal when referring to the ceremony, and can be informal when discussing the achievement.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'grad' as in 'graduate' and 'nation' as the celebration of it.

Related words

Collocations with Graduation

  • graduation ceremony
  • graduation day
  • high school graduation
  • college graduation
  • graduation speech

Synonyms for Graduation

Common mistakes with Graduation

  • Confused with 'graduated' as a verb instead of a noun.
  • Using 'graduation' incorrectly for non-educational completions, like training.
  • Saying 'the graduation' instead of 'graduation' when talking about the event broadly.

Compare Graduation with Completion, Achievement

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Frequently asked questions about Graduation

What does Graduation mean?

The ceremony when students finish school or college.

What is the definition of Graduation?

The ceremony in which degrees or diplomas are awarded to students.

How do you use Graduation in a sentence?

She was excited to attend her graduation ceremony next week.

Can you give another example of Graduation?

The graduation took place in a large auditorium filled with families.

What are synonyms for Graduation?

Common alternatives include commencement, matriculation, convocation, completion, achievement.

What words go with Graduation?

It commonly pairs with graduation ceremony, graduation day, high school graduation, college graduation, graduation speech.

What are common mistakes when using Graduation?

Confused with 'graduated' as a verb instead of a noun. Using 'graduation' incorrectly for non-educational completions, like training. Saying 'the graduation' instead of 'graduation' when talking about the event broadly.

How do you pronounce Graduation?

US: //ˌɡrædʒ.ʊˈeɪ.ʃən//, UK: //ˌɡrædʒ.ʊˈeɪ.ʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Graduation?

Used mostly in educational contexts. Formal when referring to the ceremony, and can be informal when discussing the achievement.