truant
Word Type: Noun
Definition
A student who stays away from school without leave or explanation.
Example
- “The teacher called the parents of the truant student to discuss his absences.”
- “The school is trying to reduce the number of truants by offering more engaging programs.”
- “His frequent absences marked him as a truant, which affected his grades.”
- “The principal met with the truant to discuss the importance of attending school regularly.”
- “The school sends a letter home when a student is marked as a truant too many times.”