Meaning Of The Word Cum laude

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cum laude
adverb: If a college student graduates cum laude, they receive the third highest honor that is possible. The second-highest grade is known as magna cum laude, and the highest grade of all is known as summa cum laude.

cum laude in American English
with praise: a phrase signifying above-average academic standing at the time of graduation from a college or university: the lowest of three categories
adverb: with honor: used in diplomas to grant the lowest of three special honors for grades above the average

cum laude in British English
adverb: with praise: the lowest of three designations for above-average achievement in examinations

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