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Doctorate

Verb / ˈdɑ:ktɜ:ʌt / Another word for doctorate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Doctorate means the highest degree that can be earned in a particular field of study.

Synonyms & similar words

doctorsdegree Ph.D. doctorship

Synonyms by register

Formal

doctoral degree doctorate degree Ph.D. D.Phil.

Informal

doctorate doctor's degree

Antonyms

student learner apprentice novice beginner undergraduate

Common collocations

  • earn a doctorate
  • obtain a doctorate
  • pursue a doctorate
  • complete a doctorate
  • doctorate in philosophy
  • doctorate in education
  • doctorate holder

Word family

noun doctorate
adjective doctoral

Usage note

While 'doctorate' can refer to the degree itself, it is often used informally to mean the highest academic degree. The formal term for the degree is 'doctoral degree'.

Example sentences

  1. He received his doctorate in physics from MIT.
  2. She is pursuing her doctorate in education.
  3. A doctorate is a lot of hard work and dedication.
  4. Many professors hold doctorates in their respective fields.
  5. The doctorate is the highest degree one can earn in academia.

Quotes

  • The doctorate is the ultimate degree of curiosity.
  • A doctorate is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon the mind of man.
  • A doctorate is not to be looked upon as a consummation, but rather as a beginning.

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