Alumna

usgb/əˈlʌmnə/
noun

A lady who has graduated from a school, college, or university.

My mom is an alumna of Stanford University.
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Often appears as...

  • alumna of
  • distinguished alumna

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Academic

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Gender Specific

Referred to women only; the male equivalent is 'alumnus'.

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Sandra is an alumna of Berkeley.
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Pronunciation

Pronounced 'uh-luhm-nuh', it can sometimes be confused with similar words.

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She proudly mentioned being an alumna during her speech.
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Cultural Prestige

Being an alumna may carry prestige, connoting accomplishment and connection to the institution.

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As an alumna, she attended the prestigious gala.
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