studious Meaning & Definition
What Does Studious Mean?
Studious is used as an adjective meaning Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative. It is also used to mean Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books.
Studious: Key Facts
| Part of speech | adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈstuːdi.əs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | careful, scholarly and bookish |
| Antonyms | unstudious |
| Comparative / superlative | more studious, most studious |
Studious Definition (Adjective)
- Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
- Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books
a studious scholar
- Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent
be studious to please
- Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
- Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation
the studious shade
Adjective
- (usually followed by an infinitive or by "of") Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent
She is studious to find new friends and allies
Synonyms of Studious
Studious synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Studious
Studious in a Sentence
a studious scholar
be studious to please
She is studious to find new friends and allies
the studious shade
Word Forms & Grammar
studious (comparative more studious, superlative most studious)
Origin of Studious
From Latin studiōsus. First recorded in English c. 1350.
How to Pronounce Studious
Studious is pronounced //ˈstuːdi.əs// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Studious
What part of speech is studious?
Studious is an adjective.
What is another word for studious?
Words with a similar meaning to studious include careful, scholarly and bookish. See the full list of studious synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of studious?
The opposite of studious is unstudious.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of studious?
The comparative form is more studious and the superlative form is most studious.