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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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The Quigleys fell in love with southern Georgia, but the schooling options there paled in comparison with what they found across the border in Florida.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 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

He also denied reports that he was opposed to faith-based schooling.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

I couldn’t help myself from saying, “Tell me again how many years of schooling you’ve had.”

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.