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 Definitions of grade inflation  [ɪd]  

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Definition of 'grade inflation' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) grade inflation
the awarding of higher grades than students deserve either to maintain a school's academic reputation or as a result of diminished teacher expectations.

Etymology:  (1980–85)


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