studious
1 antonyms and opposites of studious, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Devoted to studying and learning; diligent about schoolwork.
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How to use studious
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin studiosus, related to studium ("zeal, devotion to study").
Full origin of studious →Frequently asked questions
What does “studious” mean?
The word “studious” means devoted to studying and learning; diligent about schoolwork. In plain terms, someone who applies themselves seriously to learning, or (less commonly) careful and deliberate behaviour.
How do you pronounce “studious”?
“Studious” is pronounced STOO-dee-uhs (/ˈstuːdi.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “studious” in a sentence?
Here is “studious” used in a sentence: “He was always the most studious kid in the class.”
What is the opposite of “studious”?
The opposite of “studious” — its antonyms — is unstudious.
What part of speech is “studious”?
“Studious” is an adjective.
Where does the word “studious” come from?
The word “studious” comes from Latin. From Latin studiosus, related to studium ("zeal, devotion to study").
How many meanings does “studious” have?
“Studious” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: devoted to studying and learning; diligent about schoolwork.