term paper

NOUN

long student essay

Synonyms

WEAK

discourse monograph paper report research paper study theme

Example Sentences

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Shortly before he allegedly opened fire outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, he emailed a document to family members that read like a term paper, including a “rebuttals to objections” section.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

In fairness, the “American Masters” installment is a tribute, not a term paper — and it’s a splendid homage at that.

From Salon • Dec. 13, 2025

Any undergraduate who scribbled such gibberish in a history or poli-sci term paper would be advised to switch majors.

From Slate • Dec. 8, 2025

He had been barred from leaving the building during the raid, which meant he was unable to get home and finish a term paper.

From BBC • May 1, 2024

The English teacher said we had to turn in a term paper or a photo essay on somebody we admired.

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers