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studious

1. Given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.

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

3. Earnest in endeavors; aiming sedulously; attentive; observant; diligent; usually followed by an infinitive or by of; as, be studious to please; studious to find new friends and allies. You that are so studious Of my affairs, wholly neglect your own. (Massinger)

4. Planned with study; deliberate; studied. For the frigid villainy of studious lewdness, . . . With apology can be invented? (Rambler)

5. Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade. But let my due feet never fail To walk the studious cloister's pale. (milton) Studiously, Studiousness.

Origin: L. Studious: cf. F. Studieux. See Study.