Academies
/əˈkædəmiz/
Definitions
An academy is an institution for higher learning, often specializing in a particular field or discipline.
/əˈkædəmiz/
institutions for higher learning
The academy is famous for its rigorous academic programs.
💡 Simply: A school for advanced learning
More Examples
She was accepted into a prestigious academy for the arts.
How It's Used
"The city is home to several prestigious academies, including a renowned art academy."
"The military academy is one of the most respected institutions in the country."
Idioms & expressions
academy award
An annual American award for excellence in cinematic achievements.
"The film won several academy awards, including best picture."
From Old French 'académie', derived from Latin 'academia', which is itself derived from Greek 'Ἀκαδημία' (Akadēmia), the name of a grove near Athens where the philosopher Plato taught.
The term 'academy' has its roots in ancient Greece, where it referred to a grove near Athens where the philosopher Plato taught.
Memory tip
Associate with learning and discipline
Practice
Word Origin
Root: Ἀκαδημία (Akadēmia)