adj planned with study; deliberate; studied.
2. studious ·adj favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade.
3. studious ·adj given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
4. studious ·adj given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.
5. studious ·adj 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.