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Graduation Definition & Meaning

graduation
noun
  1. the successful completion of a program of study
  2. an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred
  3. a line (as on a vessel or ruler) that marks a measurement; "the ruler had 16 graduations per inch"
  4. the act of arranging in grades

"Graduation" in song lyrics

See how graduation is used in real songs:

  • "My senior year, waitin for the crowd to cheer, at graduation"
    Apathy — School
  • "There's no such thing as suspension or graduation"
    Culture VI — Hystschool
  • "She got dough but focused on graduation"
    DJ Babu f/ Rakaa Iriscience (Dilated Peoples) — Ends to Means

Usage tips for "graduation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "graduation" 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 graduation to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does graduation mean?
the successful completion of a program of study an academic exercise in which diplomas are conferred a line (as on a vessel or ruler) that marks a measurement; "the ruler had 16 graduations per inch" the act of arranging in grades
What part of speech is graduation?
Graduation is a noun.
How many definitions does graduation have?
Graduation has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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