studious
adjective
- of, given to, or engaged in study
- characterized by close attention; thoughtful: a studious inspection
- zealous; wholehearted: studious efforts
- Now Rare studied; deliberate
- Old Poet. conducive to study
See studious in American Heritage Dictionary 4
stu·di·ous
adjectivea. Given to diligent study: a quiet, studious child.
b. Conducive to study.
- Marked by steady attention and effort; assiduous: made a studious attempt to fix the television set.
- Giving or evincing careful regard; heedful: “The major . . . was very studious of his appearance” (H.E. Bates).
- Deliberate; contrived.
Origin: Middle English, from Latin studiōsus, from studium, eagerness; see study .
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