Word: Educate

Pronunciation

/ˈɛdjʊkeɪt/

Definitions

• Verb: To provide knowledge, skills, and understanding to (someone) by teaching them, usually over a prolonged period; to instruct or train (a person). Example: “The school educates children from the age of five to eighteen.”
  • Educate oneself: To acquire knowledge or skills through one’s own efforts rather than formal instruction. Example: “He educated himself on quantum physics through online courses and books.”
• Noun: The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university; an instance of this. Example: “A good education prepares students for life.”

Phrases

• “To educate someone about something”: To inform or teach someone about a particular subject. Example: “The seminar was designed to educate attendees about sustainable living practices.”
• “Educate for”: To prepare or train someone with specific aims or values in mind. Example: “The curriculum is designed to educate for critical thinking and problem-solving skills.”
• “Get an education”: To gain knowledge or schooling through attending a school or other educational institution. Example: “She moved to the city to get a better education.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “Parents have the primary responsibility to educate their children about right and wrong.”
• Noun: “Higher education plays a crucial role in shaping an individual’s career path.”

Synonyms

• Train
• Instruct
• Teach
• School
• Discipline (in the sense of imparting knowledge)
• Enlighten
• Tutor
• Mentor
• Cultivate (knowledge or abilities)