Meaning & use

studious

adjective·Academic

Devoted to careful study or learning; diligent about schoolwork or reading.

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Even as a child, she was studious, spending weekends buried in library books.

His studious approach to every assignment earned him a reputation among the faculty.

A note on using this word

Studious describes a habitual dedication to learning, not just temporary effort on one task, which distinguishes it from 'hardworking.'

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