sophomore

/ˈsɒfəmɔɹ/noun

A student in the second year of high school or of a college or university.

Example sentence

“As a sophomore, he already knew which major he wanted to pursue.”

American term with no British equivalent. Also describes a second work: a band's 'sophomore album'.

Related words

alumnusA current or former student of a school or university, of any gender.freshmanA student of either sex in the first year of high school or university, or a new member of a legislature.schoolyardThe open area around a school where children play.postgraduateRelating to study undertaken after finishing a first university degree.playgroundAn open outdoor area where children play, typically equipped with swings, slides, and similar equipment.undergraduateA university student who is still working toward their first degree.