1. Plural of academia; the environment and community of scholars, researchers, and students engaged in higher education and intellectual pursuits.
Usage: Usually used as a collective noun or in contexts referring to multiple academic institutions or the academic world in general.

Examples

• Many academias around the world are investing in new research facilities.
• She spent decades working across different academias in Europe and North America.
• The conference brought together scholars from academias across the globe.
• Funding for academias has become increasingly competitive in recent years.
• These academias are known for their excellence in STEM fields.