Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
curriculum-vitae
Noun
/kəˈrɪkjʊləm ˈviːteɪ/
Definition
A written document that outlines a person’s educational background, work experience, skills, and other qualifications.
Examples
- She submitted her curriculum vitae to the university as part of her application for the teaching position.
- The employer requested a detailed curriculum vitae to assess the candidates for the research role.
Meaning
Latin for ‘course of life’, a curriculum vitae (CV) is often used when applying for academic, education, scientific, or research positions.
Synonyms
- Resume
- CV
- Personal history
- Professional profile