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valedictorian

noun

/ˌvælədɪkˈtɔːriən/

Meaning

The student with the highest academic achievements in a graduating class, often chosen to give the farewell speech.

She was honored as the valedictorian of her class.

top student, best graduate, class leader, scholar

dropout, underachiever

class valedictorian, school valedictorian, chosen valedictorian, honored valedictorian

A person or thing that comes before another; a predecessor or harbinger.

a unit of weight for precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams

a distinct part or area of an economy, society, or industry

a pirate, especially one operating along the Mediterranean coasts

a small organized group within a larger group, often in disagreement or conflict

A person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport or art, on an unpaid basis.