academical /ˌæk.əˈdɛm.ɪ.kl̩/adjective 2noun 1forms 1 adjective2 •Pertaining to a university or other form of higher education. •(rare) Belonging to the school of Plato; believing in Plato's philosophy; sceptical . noun[plural only]1 •Academic dress, consisting of a cap and gown. formsacademicals