adjective
studious
STOO-dee-uhs
adjective
1
Devoted to studying and learning; diligent about schoolwork.
"He was always the most studious kid in the class."
2
Careful and deliberate in manner.
"She showed studious attention to every detail of the contract."
How to Use Studious
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who applies themselves seriously to learning, or (less commonly) careful and deliberate behaviour.
Common pairings
studious student
studious attention
Word Forms
more studious comparative, most studious superlative
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Etymology
From Latin studiosus, related to studium ("zeal, devotion to study").