·adj Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
II. Studious ·adj Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade.
III. Studious ·adj Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
IV. Studious ·adj Given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.
V. 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.