Meaning of gentleman's C | Babel Free
Definitions
An academic pass grade unfairly awarded to an otherwise failing student because of social advantages, such as a privileged family background.
Examples
“As a scholar, he was content to squeak by, passing his courses with a "gentleman's C" and an occasional B.”
“I always got the same grade: a C. It was not a "gentleman's C," it was just a C.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.