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ArtsD

ArtsD

8.9
A university gives a degree as an honor for work in the arts
  • noun
  • Formal
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  • Many universities confer the honorary ArtsD on distinguished artists and scholars.

Examples

  • She was thrilled to receive an ArtsD from her alma mater in recognition of her achievements.

  • His contributions to literature were acknowledged with an ArtsD during the graduation ceremony.

  • She received an ArtsD for her contributions to literature.

  • The university grants ArtsDs to distinguished artists.

  • Many universities confer the honorary ArtsD on distinguished artists and scholars.

  • His contributions to literature were acknowledged with an ArtsD during the graduation ceremony.

  • She was thrilled to receive an ArtsD from her alma mater in recognition of her achievements.

Synonyms

honorary degree
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  • Formal
9 4.6

A title a university gives to show respect for someone's work without study or exams

is limited to arts subjects rather than any honored field
Doctor of Arts
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  • Specialized
7.1

A high-level degree for study or achievement in arts and humanities

is focused on arts specifically and usually given as an honor
Doctor of Fine Arts
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  • Specialized
6.3

A special degree that a university gives to people for work in the fine arts

is broader in arts focus rather than only fine arts
D.A.
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  • Specialized
9.0

A university degree for people who teach in an arts or science subject

is an honorary arts award rather than a teaching-focused doctorate

Surface Forms

ArtsD singular
ArtsDs plural

Etymology

ArtsD is short for Doctor of Arts, literally a 'doctor' title for the 'arts'. That's why an ArtsD is a degree given to honour someone's work in the arts, often as an honorary award.