regents
Pronunciation: [ˈrɛdʒənts]
Word
Context: “education”
(noun) The Regents are a group of people who help manage and make important decisions for schools and universities. They make rules and policies that affect education.
Example
The Regents approved new funding for the school's art program.
Example
The Regents did not support the proposal to extend the school year.
Example
Who are the members of the Regents that oversee the university?
Context: “examinations”
(noun) Regents exams are standardized tests that students in some schools take to see if they have learned what they needed to know in certain subjects. These tests help decide if they can graduate.
Example
She passed her Regents exams and is excited to graduate this year.
Example
He didn't do well on his Regents exams, so he has to retake them.
Example
Are you studying for your Regents exams this week?
0s0s