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Meaning of 'studious' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Studious [ a.]
- Given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.
- Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
- Earnest in endeavors; aiming sedulously; attentive; observant; diligent; -- usually followed by an infinitive or by of; as, be studious to please; studious to find new friends and allies.
- Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
- Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade.

Meaning of 'studious' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . studious [ s]
Meaning (1):
- characterized by diligent study and fondness for reading
Example in sentence:
  • a bookish farmer who always had a book in his pocket;
  • a quiet studious child
Meaning (2):
- marked by care and effort
Example in sentence:
  • made a studious attempt to fix the television set

Nearby Words:

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