an organized system of teaching and learning
education will take you far in life.

an important person
John F. Kennedy was an important political figure in the 1960s.

a good showing, of having merit
He passed the exams with honors.

a degree conferred to honor the recipient
For all of his achievements, he was given an honorary degree from England's best university.

a person who writes poetry
poets in the Victorian period were known for their flowery odes to romantic love.

a classification of literary writing done in short lines and verses, usually using symbolic language
Though not as popular among readers today, poetry was once read more often than fiction

an award that is won
Tom didn't win the prize he wanted.

to be professinally displayed for the public
Our band will put out a new CD next month.

one who writes screenplays
screenwriting is very different from writing a book.

a formal talk given to a large group of people
His speech affected many of the listeners.