graduates
n. countablen. people who have successfully finished a course of study at a school, college, or university.
n. individuals who have successfully completed a degree or diploma from an educational institution. Often used to describe those entering the workforce for the first time after university.
The company is looking for new graduates to join their team.
Every summer, thousands of university graduates enter the job market hoping to find entry-level positions in their field.
While some graduates pursue immediate employment, others choose to defer their professional careers in favour of postgraduate research or international travel.
Plural form of 'graduate'. When used as a noun, the final syllable is pronounced with a short 'u' or 'i' sound, unlike the verb form.