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academic

[ak-uh-dem-ik] / ˌæk əˈdɛm ɪk /


NOUN
scholar or university/college teacher
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Erikson, who died Nov. 10 at 94, didn’t write like a typical academic.

From The Wall Street Journal

News of the investigation has drawn criticisms from lawmakers and academics.

From Salon

"It's about future skills, academic success, and giving the next generation access to the best possible opportunities."

From BBC

"The discovery of the 'first black Briton known to us' gained traction across several media outlets, non-fiction books, educational resources and academic publications," they wrote in the paper.

From BBC

She planned to study accounting, after an academic advisor said it would be the best route to maximize the highest paying career for the least amount of school.

From Los Angeles Times