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educate
[ ej-oo-keyt ]
verb (used with object)
- to develop the faculties and powers of (a person) by teaching, instruction, or schooling.
Synonyms: , , ,
- to qualify by instruction or training for a particular calling, practice, etc.; train:
to educate someone for law.
- to provide schooling or training for; send to school.
- to develop or train (the ear, taste, etc.):
to educate one's palate to appreciate fine food.
- to inform:
to educate oneself about the best course of action.
verb (used without object)
- to educate a person or group:
A television program that educates can also entertain.
educate
/ ˈɛʊˌɪ /
verb
- also intr to impart knowledge by formal instruction to (a pupil); teach
- to provide schooling for (children)
I have educated my children at the best schools
- to improve or develop (a person, judgment, taste, skills, etc)
- to train for some particular purpose or occupation
Other Word Forms
- v·u·ٱ verb (used with object) overeducated overeducating
- ·u·ٱ verb (used with object) preeducated preeducating
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of educate1
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Example Sentences
But if an undercurrent of hostility is at times detectable, Rosas says it is related to how Mexicans are educated about their history.
In honoring his legacy, may we continue to educate and empower leaders who will build a more just and compassionate world.
"If people want to take the risk and drink it, at least they've been educated and then they might even be able to spot some of the symptoms if they do happen to drink it."
Visitors also will find stories and visuals from contemporary urban equestrian groups that are educating youth and keeping cowboy traditions alive in schools and neighborhoods.
Molly said she hoped a treatment for long Covid would be found but in the meantime she wanted "doctors and hospitals to be actually educated on it, and for us not to be judged".
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