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doctorate

[ˈdɑːktərət]

doctorate Definition

the highest degree awarded by a university faculty.

Using doctorate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "doctorate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She received her doctorate in physics from MIT.

  • Example

    He is pursuing a doctorate in psychology at Yale.

  • Example

    The university offers doctorates in various fields of study.

doctorate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for doctorate

  • PhD
  • doctoral degree
  • doctor's degree

Phrases with doctorate

  • an academic degree awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to a field or society, but did not complete the usual requirements for the degree

    Example

    The university awarded him an honorary doctorate in recognition of his philanthropic work.

  • the most common type of doctorate degree, awarded in many fields of study

    Example

    She earned her PhD in linguistics from the University of California, Berkeley.

  • a doctorate degree in medicine, awarded to medical doctors upon completion of medical school and residency training

    Example

    After completing his MD, he began practicing as a surgeon.

Origins of doctorate

from Latin 'doctor', meaning 'teacher'

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Summary: doctorate in Brief

'Doctorate' [ˈdɑːktərət] refers to the highest degree awarded by a university faculty. It is commonly known as a PhD or doctoral degree, and is awarded in various fields of study. Examples include 'She received her doctorate in physics from MIT.' and 'The university offers doctorates in various fields of study.' Other types of doctorate degrees include the Doctor of Medicine (MD) and honorary doctorates.

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