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Stanford

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

Definition

Stanford is the name of a private research university located in California.

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • Stanford University
  • Stanford Bridge
  • Stanford Prison Experiment
  • Stanford Research Park
  • Stanford Cardinal
  • Stanford Hospital
  • Stanford Law School

Word family

noun Stanford

Usage note

Stanford is primarily used as a proper noun, referring to Stanford University or its associated entities. It is not typically used as a common noun with general synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. I am studying hard so that I can get into Stanford University.
  2. My sister is a professor at Stanford.
  3. Stanford is a very prestigious school.
  4. Many famous people have graduated from Stanford.
  5. I am proud to be a Stanford alumni.

Quotes

  • 'Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome.' - Booker T. Washington (graduated from Stanford)
  • 'The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.' - Eleanor Roosevelt (spoke at Stanford)
  • 'The only way to do great work is to love what you do.' - Steve Jobs (gave a commencement speech at Stanford)

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