adj
scholarly
adj
1
Relating to serious academic study, or showing the careful, learned qualities of a scholar.
"The book offers a scholarly analysis of ancient trade routes."
"He has a quiet, scholarly manner."
How to Use Scholarly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAcademic in nature, or having the thoughtful, studious manner of a scholar.
Common pairings
scholarly article
scholarly research
scholarly debate
Word Forms
more scholarly comparative, more scholarly comparative, most scholarly superlative, most scholarly superlative
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The book offers a _____ analysis of ancient trade routes.