Matriculation
Noun
Definition: The process of being admitted and enrolled as a student in a university or college.
Synonyms: Enrollment, Registration, Admission
Antonyms: Graduation, Withdrawal
- Her matriculation at the prestigious university was a dream come true.
- The matriculation process required submitting all necessary documents.
- Think of "matriculation" as "ma-tri-cu-la-tion" where "cu" can represent "college" or "university," emphasizing the process of entering higher education.
Etymology:
The word "matriculation" comes from the Latin word "matricula," meaning "register" or "list." It has been used in English since the late 16th century.
Historical Usage:Initially, "matriculation" referred specifically to the process of enrolling in a university or college, often involving the signing of a register. Over time, it has come to encompass the broader process of admission and enrollment.
Related Idioms:
"Matriculation ceremony"
Explanation:A formal event where newly admitted students are officially welcomed into the university community.
Misconceptions:
Confusing "matriculation" with "graduation."
Explanation:Matriculation refers to the process of entering a university, while graduation refers to the completion of a course of study and the receiving of a degree.