studious
adj/ˈstuːdi.əs/ · /ˈstjuːdi.əs/
Etymology From Latin studiōsus. First recorded in English c. 1350.
1
Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
2
Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books
- a studious scholar
3
Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent
Usually followed by an infinitive or by "of"
- be studious to please
- She is studious to find new friends and allies
4
Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
5
Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation
- the studious shade
- Antonyms
- unstudious
- Derived terms
- nonstudious, overstudious, studiously, studiousness
- Related terms
- bookish