CEFR A1
august
adjective
Meaning
Inspiring awe or admiration; venerable; majestic.
Examples
- The ancient temple had an august presence that commanded respect.
- Her august reputation preceded her, making everyone eager to meet her.
Phrases for august
Natural phrases and collocations with august. See examples, avoid awkward combinations, and learn how to use august in context. Inspiring awe or admiration; venerable; majestic.
The month of August
The month always takes a capital A. Use in for the month, and by for a deadline no later than that time.
- in August (time phrase): At some time during the month of August.
The new course begins in August.
- early August (time phrase): The first part of August.
Results should arrive in early August.
- late August (time phrase): The final part of August.
The evenings become cooler in late August.
- by August (deadline phrase): Before August begins or no later than a stated point in August, depending on context.
We need to finish the repairs by August.
- throughout August (duration phrase): During the whole month of August.
The gallery is open late throughout August.
Dignified and impressive
Lowercase august is a formal adjective. It describes a person, group, or institution that inspires respect.
- august presence (adjective + noun): A dignified presence that commands respect.
The retired judge still had an august presence.
- august institution (adjective + noun): An old, respected, and important institution.
She later became director of that august institution.
- august body (adjective + noun): A formal group of respected people.
The proposal went before an august body of scholars.
Sentence frames
- in + August: Use in when only the month is named.
School reopens in August.
- August + date: Put the month before the date in common US style.
The deadline is August 14.