graduation
Translation
graduation, commencement, marking
Examples
Her graduation is next month.
Her graduation is next month.
Graduation from university is a great achievement.
Graduation from university is a great achievement.
Grammar Patterns
((from sth.)) graduation from a place Her graduation from Oxford was a proud day.
Similar Words
Synonyms: commencement, convocation
Etymology
From Latin 'gradus' meaning 'step' or 'degree', with the suffix '-ation' indicating an action or process.
Memory Tips
Imagine taking gradual steps up to a stage to receive your degree. The word 'grade' is inside it.