graduate
//ˈɡrædʒuət//
Noun
graduateSingular
graduatesPlural
1
A person who has successfully completed a course of study or training, especially one who has been awarded a degree from a university or college.
She is a graduate of Harvard University.
Verb
graduatedPast tense
graduatedPast participle
graduatingPresent participle
graduatesThird-person singular
1
To successfully complete an academic degree, course of training, or high school.
She graduated from university last year.
2
To move from one level or stage to another, typically a higher one.
After mastering basic skills, she graduated to more advanced techniques.
3
To mark or arrange in gradations or degrees.
The thermometer is graduated in degrees Celsius.
Adjective
1
Relating to or involved in studies beyond a bachelor's degree.
She is enrolled in a graduate program in biology.