1
as in instructional
providing useful information or knowledge
we found the talk on easy ways for families to recycle household products very educational
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in academic
of or relating to schooling or learning especially at an advanced level
the community college strives to meet the educational needs of the residents of its urban location
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of educational
However, the ability to choose an educational environment that truly fits our child has not only improved their academic performance, but also their overall happiness and outlook on life.
—
Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Food preparation for the event was handled by the Urban League staff as well as some of the parents and past parents that have been involved in the educational program who donated their time, Gillespie said.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The companies will argue their apps help kids reinforce friendships, combat loneliness, pursue creative expression, and access educational resources.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2026
The film addresses stigma surrounding menstruation and includes biologically accurate descriptions; educational groups have screened it.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
With more than 90% of graduates remaining in the state, working or continuing their educational journey, the Florida College System is the top workforce education provider in the state.
—Torey Alston, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
It was hailed during its cycle for its educational content, and earned its host numerous accolades over the years, including a Peabody Award, a Lifetime Achievement Emmy, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
This free public art festival offers cash awards to artists and gives visitors the opportunity to peruse more than 250 artists, food trucks, live entertainment, educational activities for kids, and more over the weekend.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Arkansas Online, 9 Feb. 2026
Food preparation for the event was handled by the Urban League staff as well as some of the parents and past parents that have been involved in the educational program who donated their time, Gillespie said.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
The companies will argue their apps help kids reinforce friendships, combat loneliness, pursue creative expression, and access educational resources.
—Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2026
The film addresses stigma surrounding menstruation and includes biologically accurate descriptions; educational groups have screened it.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
With more than 90% of graduates remaining in the state, working or continuing their educational journey, the Florida College System is the top workforce education provider in the state.
—Torey Alston, Sun Sentinel, 8 Feb. 2026
The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.
—Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
It was hailed during its cycle for its educational content, and earned its host numerous accolades over the years, including a Peabody Award, a Lifetime Achievement Emmy, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Feb. 2026
This free public art festival offers cash awards to artists and gives visitors the opportunity to peruse more than 250 artists, food trucks, live entertainment, educational activities for kids, and more over the weekend.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for educational
Adjective
-
College faculty are then forced to spend instructional time reteaching basic math and writing, which detracts from the advanced material a college course is meant to deliver.—
Andrea Mays,
Oc Register,
8 Feb. 2026
-
The district administers its assessment to students within the first three weeks of school to take advantage of more instructional days that would catch up students who aren’t considered kindergarten ready.—
Lina Ruiz,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Robb demonstrates excellence in both her academic and extracurricular pursuits.—
Darla Rivera,
Oklahoman,
9 Feb. 2026
-
However, the ability to choose an educational environment that truly fits our child has not only improved their academic performance, but also their overall happiness and outlook on life.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Perhaps most consequential in this move will be the expansion of the states’ authority and responsibility for educative quality within their jurisdictions.—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
-
While apples-to-apples comparisons aren’t possible, a look at the streaming businesses is educative for identifying longer-term trends.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
-
The fact that Katherine had been institutionalized may have tainted her scholarly reputation.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
26 Jan. 2026
-
Brown-Grier argued that this knowledge gap is not just a scholarly problem but a governance one.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes.com,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Never underestimate the value of gossip both as an informational tool and as an epistemology!—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
-
The information contained herein is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not in any way be construed as financial or investment advice.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
At the heart of this debate seems to be both a misunderstanding of the point of scholastic sports and a view, at least by some, that trans girls have an unfair physical advantage.—
Peter Jensen,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Jan. 2026
-
In a white paper released in October, the committee recommends moving the men’s game, and perhaps the women’s, from the current fall-only schedule to one that covers the entire scholastic year and culminates in an April playoff festival.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
12 Dec. 2025
Adjective
-
The service Grace Hynes, who runs front of house, is as bright as a button and effortlessly informative about what arrives on your plate.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
-
Gwendolyn Grace, otherwise known as DJ Grace, launched the event in its 3rd annual celebration, filled with soul train dancing and food, a raffle, and informative Black history trivia.—
Charlie Lapastora,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
So Minnesota’s experience is instructive in our view, and the Democrats who run Springfield and who dominate the halls of power in the Chicago area should take notice.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
-
His past comments are instructive, however.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
5 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Educational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educational. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
