Definition

Proper noun: * An honorary academy in London, founded in 1768, with the purpose of cultivating and promoting the arts of painting, sculpture, and architecture in Britain. It is a prestigious institution led by eminent artists and architects.

Usage

• The term "Royal Academy of Arts" is used as the official name of the institution. It is typically preceded by the definite article "the".
• It functions as a singular proper noun.

Examples

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Advanced Usage

• The institution is often referred to by its common abbreviation, "the RA".
  • Have you seen the new exhibition at the RA?
• Membership is a high honor, with members using the post-nominal letters "RA".
  • The portrait was painted by Dame Laura Knight, RA.

Variants and Related Words

• Royal Academician (noun): A full member of the Royal Academy of Arts.
  • Several Royal Academicians have their work in the permanent collection.
• Royal Academy (noun): A common shortened form, though it can refer to other royal academies (e.g., Royal Academy of Music, Royal Academy of Dance). Context usually clarifies it refers to the Royal Academy of Arts.
  • He studied at the Royal Academy schools.

Synonyms

• Academy (in this context): When the context is clear, it can be used as a shorthand.
  • She was the first woman to be president of the Academy.

Noun

1. an honorary academy in London (founded in 1768) intended to cultivate painting and sculpture and architecture in Britain