Tuition Definition & Meaning

tuition
noun
  1. a fee paid for instruction (especially for higher education); "tuition and room and board were more than $25,000"
  2. teaching pupils individually (usually by a tutor hired privately)

"Tuition" in song lyrics

See how tuition is used in real songs:

  • "Payin all my college hoes tuition"
    B.G. f/ Big Tymers — Get Your Shine On
  • "Payin all my girls school tuition"
    B.G. f/ Big Tymers — Get Your Shine On (Remix)
  • "Just know that I'll be here to pay your tuition"
    Bizarre f/ Kuniva, Raphael Saddiq — Coming Home

Usage tips for "tuition"

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

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