adjective. ['ˌækəˈdɛmɪk'] hypothetical or theoretical and not expected to produce an immediate or practical result.
adjective. ['ˌækəˈdɛmɪk'] marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects.
noun. ['ˌækəˈdɛmɪk'] an educator who works at a college or university.