Brevet
noun
A rank granted to an officer without the corresponding pay or higher authority, often as a recognition of merit.
He received a brevet for his bravery during the battle.
Usage tips
Formal
military brevet, brevet rank, brevet promotion
noun
A degree or diploma, often conferred without completing all formal coursework, recognizing prior experience or learning.
She earned her brevet in education after years of teaching experience.
Usage tips
Formal
brevet degree, academic brevet, honorary brevet
noun
A rank granted to an officer without the corresponding pay or higher authority, often as a recognition of merit.
He received a brevet for his bravery during the battle.
Usage tips
Formal
military brevet, brevet rank, brevet promotion
noun
A degree or diploma, often conferred without completing all formal coursework, recognizing prior experience or learning.
She earned her brevet in education after years of teaching experience.
Usage tips
Formal
brevet degree, academic brevet, honorary brevet
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Military Terms
In military contexts, 'brevet' refers to special ranks given to officers without additional pay.
Example: 'He was awarded a brevet rank during his service.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
The term 'brevet' is primarily formal, used in military documents and settings.
Example: 'She held a brevet title.'
Pro Tip 3/3Recognition of Merit
A brevet can signify recognition for accomplishments without changing actual duties.
Example: 'His brevet was awarded for exceptional service.'
Pro Tip 1/3Military Terms
In military contexts, 'brevet' refers to special ranks given to officers without additional pay.
Example: 'He was awarded a brevet rank during his service.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
The term 'brevet' is primarily formal, used in military documents and settings.
Example: 'She held a brevet title.'
Pro Tip 3/3Recognition of Merit
A brevet can signify recognition for accomplishments without changing actual duties.
Example: 'His brevet was awarded for exceptional service.'
Pro Tip 1/3Military Terms
In military contexts, 'brevet' refers to special ranks given to officers without additional pay.
Example: 'He was awarded a brevet rank during his service.'
Pro Tip 2/3Formal Usage
The term 'brevet' is primarily formal, used in military documents and settings.
Example: 'She held a brevet title.'
Pro Tip 3/3Recognition of Merit
A brevet can signify recognition for accomplishments without changing actual duties.
Example: 'His brevet was awarded for exceptional service.'
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