Synonyms for

Academy

Verb / ʌˈkædʌmi: / Another word for academy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A school for special instruction or training in a particular subject.

Synonyms & similar words

honorarysociety school institute college university seminary conservatory workshop guild society association club league order academe establishment foundation organization company corporation

Synonyms by register

Formal

institution establishment institute school

Informal

school class club

Literary

lyceum athenaeum seminary

Antonyms

ignorance disregard unimportance obscurity commonality

Common collocations

  • prestigious academy
  • military academy
  • art academy
  • acting academy
  • science academy
  • academy award
  • academy of motion pictures

Word family

noun academy
adjective academic

Usage note

An academy typically refers to an institution for higher learning, especially in arts or sciences, or a secondary school. It can also refer to a society of scholars or artists. The term 'academic' is derived from this word and refers to scholarly or theoretical pursuits.

Example sentences

  1. The academy offers classes in music, art, and dance.
  2. She graduated from the police academy last year.
  3. The academy has a strict dress code.
  4. He was accepted into the prestigious film academy.
  5. The academy provides scholarships for students in need.

Quotes

  • The Academy Awards is TV's biggest night.
  • Winning an Academy Award is the ultimate achievement in the film industry.
  • The police academy is not for everyone, but it's worth it if you have what it takes.

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