preadmit

/ˈpriːˌædmɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to admit (someone) before they are formally accepted as a student at a college or university

“She was preadmitted to the prestigious university after scoring high on the entrance exam.”

2. noun

a student who has been formally accepted by a college or university

“The preadmit was given a tour of the campus facilities during orientation.”

Synonyms

  • accept
  • admit
  • enroll

Antonyms

  • dismiss
  • reject