Meaning of the word faculties in English
What does faculties mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
faculties
US /ˈfæk.əl.tiz/
UK /ˈfæk.əl.tiz/
Plural Noun
1.
an inherent mental or physical power of a living thing
Example:
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As he aged, his mental faculties began to decline.
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She retained all her faculties even at ninety years old.
2.
the teaching staff of a university or college, or of one of its departments or schools
Example:
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The university's engineering faculty is highly respected.
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Many members of the faculty attended the graduation ceremony.
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