Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

adult education

NOUN
continuing education
Synonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The Education Department tested this approach in June, announcing the transfer of adult education programs to the Labor Department.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 18, 2025

In Missouri, the Laclede Literacy Council laid off 16 of 17 staff members after adult education funds were held back.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 14, 2025

According to the IFS, average employer spending on training has fallen by 27% in real terms since 2011, and public spending on adult education and skills is down 31% over the same period.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2024

She’d known the nonprofit ran a food bank, but was unaware Hopelink also offered free adult education programs.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 9, 2023

Within days, she’d called several local community centers and found one that offered adult education classes, and signed up to take math and reading placement tests.

From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "adult education" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com