studious

Valid in Scrabble

Scrabble points
9
Words With Friends
11
Letters
8
Pronunciation
/ˈstuːdi.əs/
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/ˈstuːdi.əs/ · /ˈstjuːdi.əs/

Definition of studious

5 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

adj

  1. Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
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adj

  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
    “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”

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Etymology

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

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