studious

About 0.52 uses per million words.

Meaning

1. adjective Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
2. adjective Dedicated to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books

   a studious scholar

3. adjective Earnest in endeavors; attentive; diligent

   be studious to please

4. adjective Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
5. adjective Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation

   the studious shade

Similar words

careful scholarly bookish hardworking contemplative musing introspective thinkative reflective thoughted

Often followed by

and of to habits life man in men youth

Word family

studiously studiousness studiousnesses