semester

/sɪˈmɛstə/noun

One of the two halves into which a school or academic year is divided.

Example sentences

“She is taking five courses this semester.”
“Final exams take place during the last week of the semester.”

Used where the year splits in two; systems with three divisions say 'trimester' or, in Britain, simply 'term'.

Synonyms for semester

term

Related words

graduateSomeone who has finished all the requirements for a degree at a university or college.lectureA talk given to an audience, usually to teach them about a subject.scholarshipMoney awarded to a student to help pay for their education.notebookA book with blank or lined pages for writing down notes and reminders.tuitionThe money paid for teaching, especially the fees charged by a college, university, or private school.libraryA place that keeps collections of books and other media for people to use or borrow, and that offers related services to its visitors.