past and past participle
Taught someone so they gained knowledge or skills.
The program educated young people in basic financial skills.
Many children were educated at home during the pandemic.
American English
How to pronounce educated
verb · adjectiveB1Common word
EHjuhkayduhd
/ˈɛ.ʤəˌkeɪ.ɾəd̚/
4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of educate
Taught someone so they gained knowledge or skills.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
past and past participle
Gave someone useful information about a subject so they understood it better or made better decisions.
The campaign educated the public about skin cancer.
Patients were educated about the risks before treatment.
adjective
Having received a good education and having substantial knowledge or skills.
She is highly educated and speaks three languages.
Educated voters often compare several sources.
Good to know
Educated usually describes knowledge or formal learning, not good manners.
Useful expressions
to learn about a subject on your own
Educate yourself about the rules before you sign.