Academic
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Belonging to an academy or other higher institution of learning. Belonging to the school or philosophy of Plato; as, the academic sect or philosophy. Being scholarly; literary or classical, in distinction from scientific. Conforming to set rules and traditions. Having an aptitude for study. Having no practical importance.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A member of an academy, college, or university; an academician. A person who attends an academy. One holding the philosophy of Socrates and Plato; a Platonist.
Example sentence: A balanced diet and physical activity are vital to academic performance. A healthy diet has a direct link to increased cognitive function and memory skills, decreased absenteeism from school, and improved mood. These advantages can help students stay focused and complete their coursework.
Donnish
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: Used to describe a person who is bookish, theoretical and pedantic, as opposed to practical.