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Studious

//ˈstuːdi.əs// adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
  2. 2
    Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books

    "a studious scholar"

  3. 3
    Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent

    "be studious to please"

  4. 4
    Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
  5. 5
    Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation

    "the studious shade"

Adjective
  1. 1
    marked by care and effort wordnet
  2. 2
    characterized by diligent study and fondness for reading wordnet

Etymology

From Latin studiōsus. First recorded in English c. 1350.

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