academies
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //əˈkædəmiz// UK //ɐkˈædəmɪz// acad·e·mies
n. a school, college, or other place where people learn a specific skill or subject. You use this word for places that focus on one area, like art or sports, rather than general education.
n. an institution dedicated to the study or practice of a specific art, science, or profession. Often implies a specialized focus distinct from general academic schooling.
She joined a local art academies.
The city opened two new sports academies to train young athletes for national competitions.
Historically, royal academies served as the primary gatekeepers of artistic taste, dictating which styles were considered legitimate within the cultural establishment.