PREPPIES Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

preppies

noun

plural of preppy

as in schoolboys

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Relevance

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nonstudents

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Noun

Between tuition, books, supplies and all the other costs that arrive with a new academic year, transportation is one area where students and families may be looking to save.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
But research shows that alcohol poses a greater risk to students.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of students

Noun

Homer Glen in December approved installing 12 license plate readers on access points in the village, but to date only four are installed, Neitzke-Troike said.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Until then, readers should take these issues as interesting hypotheses and case discussions.

— Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of readers

Noun

SoFi offers a variety of private student loans and refinancing options for undergraduates, graduate students, and parents.

— Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Reaction from students and educators National surveys have found a rising share of undergraduates report emotional stress and mental health struggles severe enough that many have considered dropping out.

— CBS News, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of undergraduates

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