Graduate

usgb/ˈɡrædʒuət/
noun

Someone who has finished a degree at a college or university.

She is a graduate of Harvard Law School.
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Often appears as...

  • college graduate
  • graduate degree
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Educational Status

Refers to someone who has completed university education, often implying they have certain knowledge or qualifications.

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As a graduate, she was eligible for the job.
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Broad Usage

Can be used for any field of study, from liberal arts to engineering.

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He's a physics graduate researching renewable energy.
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Cultural Prestige

Sometimes implies prestige, especially when associated with well-known institutions.

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She's a proud graduate of Yale.
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