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Definitions

schooling

[skoo-ling] / ˈsku lɪŋ /
NOUN
education
Synonyms
STRONGEST
apprenticeship coaching instruction learning literacy scholarship teaching training tutoring
STRONG
background brainwashing breeding catechism civilization cultivation culture direction discipline drilling edification enlightenment erudition finish guidance improvement inculcation indoctrination information learnedness nurture pedagogics pedagogy preparation proselytism reading rearing refinement science study tuition tutelage
WEAK
book learning propagandism
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance
STRONG
confusion destruction harm hurt neglect worsening

Example Sentences

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She had little formal schooling, and at age 12 was sent out to be a hired girl, never to return home—or stop working—again.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Since the Middle East war began on February 28, some of Indonesia's neighbours have already announced fuel-saving steps including work-from-home measures, official travel cuts and online schooling.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Meanwhile, parents considering taking on these loans will have less room to use them to finance their kids’ schooling.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

Over 5,000 more pupils with EHCPs missed half or more of their schooling in 2024/25 than in the previous year, while the number of those without additional needs improved, the DfE says.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Will Shorty ever get tired of schooling me?

From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz