Pronunciation

/əˈkædəmi/

Definitions

• Noun: An institution where students are trained in a particular field or fields, often one offering specialized courses leading to a degree or professional qualification. For example: “She’s attending a prestigious drama academy to hone her acting skills.”
• Adjective: Relating to an academy or academic study. For example: “The academy’s approach to teaching blends theory with practical application.”

Phrases

• “Academy awards” refers to the Oscars, the annual awards ceremony for cinematic achievements.
• “Academy of Sciences” denotes a learned society that promotes scientific research and development.
• “Police academy” is a training school for police officers.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “After years of hard work, he finally received his diploma from the music academy.”
• Adjective: “The academy professor’s lecture on quantum physics was both insightful and challenging.”

Synonyms

• Institute
• School
• College
• University
• Faculty (in some contexts)