Faculty Definition & Meaning

faculty
noun
  1. one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind
  2. the body of teachers and administrators at a school; "the dean addressed the letter to the entire staff of the university"

"Faculty" in song lyrics

See how faculty is used in real songs:

  • "Cause a catastrophy, me and my faculty"
    The Beatnuts f/ A.L., Nogoodus, Rawcotiks — Treat$
  • "Actually factory got me with a whole faculty"
    B.G. f/ Gar, Hakim, Sniper — Factory
  • "With my body's faculty"
    Big Ed f/ Da Diiiiiiiick — Who Am I?

Usage tips for "faculty"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "faculty" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for faculty to find words that pair well.

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