English Word · Intermediate
varsity
university
Pronunciation: /ˈvɑː.sɪ.ti/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "university".
Example
There were sixteen of them in all, for the most part upper classmen who had failed to make the varsity the year before, with a sprinkling of sophomores and two freshmen.
There were sixteen of them in all, for the most part upper classmen who had failed to make the varsity the year before, with a sprinkling of sophomores and two freshmen.
Practice tips
- Practice varsity out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.