as in literacy
the understanding and information gained from being educated the historian's new book displays a remarkable level of scholarship

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How does the noun scholarship differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of scholarship are erudition, knowledge, and learning. While all these words mean "what is or can be known by an individual or by humankind," scholarship implies the possession of learning characteristic of the advanced scholar in a specialized field of study or investigation.

a work of first-rate literary scholarship

When might erudition be a better fit than scholarship?

The synonyms erudition and scholarship are sometimes interchangeable, but erudition strongly implies the acquiring of profound, recondite, or bookish learning.

an erudition unusual even in a scholar

Where would knowledge be a reasonable alternative to scholarship?

Although the words knowledge and scholarship have much in common, knowledge applies to facts or ideas acquired by study, investigation, observation, or experience.

rich in the knowledge of human nature

When is learning a more appropriate choice than scholarship?

The words learning and scholarship are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, learning applies to knowledge acquired especially through formal, often advanced, schooling.

a book that demonstrates vast learning

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Recent Examples of scholarship McDonald's is being sued over its long-running program offering scholarships to Latino and Hispanic students. Kate Gibson, CBS News, 14 Jan. 2025 Other states including Georgia, Arkansas and South Carolina fund college merit scholarships with the funds. Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 11 Jan. 2025 So fraternities are community service organizations in the same way that the Miss America Pageant is a scholarship program and Cap'n Crunch is a naval officer. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025 When the national selection process is complete, about 360 caddies from across the country are expected to be awarded scholarships. Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for scholarship 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scholarship
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  • His son, President George W. Bush, worked with me to make financial literacy a federal policy and achieved historic advancements for Africa.
    John Hope Bryant, TIME, 23 Jan. 2025
  • During the Tuesday, Jan. 21 school board meeting that followed the press conference, the board also approved a five-year strategic plan that includes a literacy goal of having 50% of third-graders reading on grade level by 2029 with annual gains leading up to it.
    Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Jan. 2025
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  • Fire Marshals found both lithium-ion batteries, as well as traditional lead acid batteries, a source with knowledge of the case said.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 24 Jan. 2025
  • The report identifies material weaknesses in internal controls over financial reporting, including inadequate segregation of duties and insufficient personnel with U.S. GAAP knowledge.
    Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 24 Jan. 2025
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  • Kim said he’s been mulling legislation that could win bipartisan support and help people come together — perhaps investments in civics education or a national service program as the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.
    Mary Clare Jalonick, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
  • Labor shortages, among other factors, are causing some hiring managers and supervisors to prioritize the weighted value of experience and skills above education.
    Terina Allen, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
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  • This article is part of The Times’ early childhood education initiative, focusing on the learning and development of California children from birth to age 5.
    Kate Sequeira, Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Evidence from animal studies have indicated several synthetic food dyes can affect memory and learning.
    Allison Aubrey, NPR, 18 Jan. 2025

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“Scholarship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scholarship. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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