Synonyms for

Scholarships

Verb / ˈskɑ:lɜ:ˌʃɪps / Another word for scholarships — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Money given to a student to help pay for their education.

Synonyms & similar words

learnedness encyclopedism encyclopaedism eruditeness erudition learning scholarship grant fellowship award bursary endowment subsidy stipend sponsorship support

Synonyms by register

Formal

bursaries grants fellowships stipends

Informal

free money aid funding

Literary

patronage endowment

Antonyms

debt loan poverty indebtedness tuition fees

Common collocations

  • academic scholarships
  • athletic scholarships
  • full scholarships
  • partial scholarships
  • apply for scholarships
  • receive scholarships
  • scholarships for students
  • scholarships available

Word family

noun scholarship
verb scholar
adjective scholarly
adverb scholarly

Usage note

Scholarships are typically awarded based on merit, need, or specific criteria, unlike loans which must be repaid. The term 'scholarship' often implies financial aid for education.

Example sentences

  1. She applied for several scholarships to help pay for college.
  2. The scholarship covered all of his tuition fees.
  3. The scholarship committee announced the winners last week.
  4. He received a scholarship from a local charity.
  5. The scholarship allowed her to study abroad for a semester.

Quotes

  • A scholarship is a gift, and gifts are not taxable.
  • The scholarship winner is the one who can give the best answers to the questions asked.
  • A scholarship is not just about getting money for college. It's about proving to yourself and others that you can achieve your dreams.

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