CEFR C1

licentiate

noun

Meaning

A person who has been granted a license to practice a profession or teach, especially in a university or religious order.

Examples

The university granted him a licentiate in philosophy after he completed his doctoral studies.
She was the first woman to become a licentiate in the history of the theological college.

Synonyms: graduate, holder of a license, qualified person, certified professional

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licentiate (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /laɪˈsɛnʃiət/

Definition

A person who has been granted a license to practice a profession or teach, especially in a university or religious order.

Examples

The university granted him a licentiate in philosophy after he completed his doctoral studies.
She was the first woman to become a licentiate in the history of the theological college.
As a licentiate, he was authorized to preach and administer sacraments within his diocese.

How to Use licentiate

licentiate in (prepositional phrase): Specifies the field or subject for which the license is granted. — "She earned her licentiate in canon law."
licentiate of (prepositional phrase): Indicates the institution or authority granting the license. — "He was a licentiate of the Royal College of Physicians."

Synonyms of licentiate

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