Word
educated
Phoneticsed·u·cat·ed, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɛdʒəˌkeɪtɪd/
UK/ˈɛdʒuːkˌeɪtɪd/
Definitions
01having formal schooling
B1 · Intermediate
adj. having a lot of knowledge from school or university.
adj. having received a high level of formal education, typically at the tertiary level.
“She is a highly educated woman with degrees in both law and history.”
“The policy was designed to appeal to an educated urban demographic that prioritises environmental sustainability and social reform.”
Antonyms
02based on knowledge
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. describing a guess or decision that is based on facts and experience.
adj. characterised by or based on relevant information, experience, or knowledge.
“I don't know the exact answer, but I can make an educated guess.”
“Without the final laboratory results, the doctor could only make an educated guess regarding the specific strain of the virus.”
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “educated” in context.
Verb
01. remain educated
“It is important to remain educated about new technologies in your field.”
verb + adj
Adjective
02. highly educated
“The company prefers to hire highly educated staff with postgraduate degrees.”
adv + adj
03. poorly educated
“Many poorly educated workers struggled to find jobs during the recession.”
adv + adj
04. well educated
“She comes from a well educated family of doctors and lawyers.”
adv + adj
Noun
05. educated guess
“I don't know the exact number, but I can make an educated guess.”
adj + noun
06. educated person
“Any educated person should be aware of the basic laws of physics.”
adj + noun
07. educated workforce
“A highly educated workforce is essential for a modern economy.”
adj + noun
08. make an educated guess
“Scientists can make an educated guess about the planet's atmosphere based on light data.”
09. privately educated
“Several members of the current cabinet were privately educated at elite schools.”
10. university educated
“The percentage of university educated adults has risen significantly this decade.”
Word family
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
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