Student

Definition

Student refers to a person who is formally engaged in learning, typically at a school, college, or university. It can also describe someone actively studying or acquiring knowledge in any context.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈstuːdənt/, /ˈstjuːdənt/
• Respelling: STOO-duhnt, STYOO-duhnt

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈstjuːdənt/
• Respelling: STYOO-duhnt

Etymology

The word "student" originates from the Latin "studens," the present participle of "studere," meaning "to study" or "to be eager." The term entered Middle English via Old French "estudiant."

Derivatives

• Studious (adjective)
• Studenthood (noun)
• Studentship (noun)
• Study (verb, noun)
• Understudent (noun, archaic)

Synonyms

• Learner
• Scholar
• Pupil

Antonyms

• Teacher
• Instructor
• Professor

Usage

The term "student" is used in contexts related to education and learning. For example, "She is a medical student at the university," or "Every student must submit their homework by Friday." It can also describe anyone deeply interested in a subject, as in "He is a student of history."

Related Terms

• Study: The act of devoting time and attention to acquiring knowledge.
• Education: The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction.
• Scholarship: Academic achievement or financial support for a student.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A person formally engaged in learning at an educational institution: Refers to someone enrolled in a school, college, or university.
  • Example: "The students gathered in the auditorium for the lecture."
• A person who studies or is devoted to a particular subject: Refers to an individual deeply interested in a field of study or discipline.
  • Example: "He is a lifelong student of philosophy."