Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dropout
noun
/ˈdrɒp.aʊt/
Definition
A person who leaves school, college, or university before completing their studies.
Examples
- Many dropouts face challenges in finding stable employment.
- She was a college dropout who started her own business.
- Some dropouts go on to pursue their passions rather than traditional education.
Meaning
Dropout refers to an individual who stops attending school or higher education without finishing their degree or course.
Synonyms
- Fail
- Leaver
- Quitter
- Noncompleter
