Studious /(?)/

Stu·di·ous

Studious

a.
  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.
  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. [Poetic]
    But let my due feet never fail To walk the studious cloister's pale.