schola

/ˈskɔlə/ or /ˈskɒlə/

Definitions

1. noun

A school or place of learning, especially in ancient Rome.

“The Roman schola was a place where young men could learn and socialize.”

2. noun

A group of musicians or singers in early Christian church music, especially in Gregorian chant.

“The schola sang the chant during the Catholic Mass.”

3. noun

A group of singers in medieval polyphony.

“The schola performed a beautiful rendition of the medieval hymn.”

Synonyms

  • academy
  • school

Antonyms

  • ignorance
  • illiteracy