Updated June 2026
People who have successfully completed a course of study or training and received qualifications. Graduates have earned academic degrees or professional certifications.
“The company actively recruits graduates from top universities for its training programme.”
Four A's with S plural; GRAD- prefix is distinctive
Worth 11 points; multiple vowels help vowel management
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