Pronunciation

/stʌdi/

Definitions

Noun

1. The act of learning or reviewing a subject, typically with the goal of improving understanding or preparing for an exam or test. ["She spends hours every day studying for her exams."]
2. A place where one studies, often a room or building dedicated to academic pursuits. ["The library was her favorite study spot."]
3. A person’s serious engagement in work or research. ["His dedication to his study paid off with a prestigious award."]

Verb

1. To engage in the process of learning or acquiring knowledge about a subject. ["She studied for several hours before the exam."]
2. To examine or analyze carefully in order to understand better. ["The researchers studied the data thoroughly before drawing conclusions."]
3. To prepare oneself mentally or emotionally for a particular task or situation. ["He studied the script before delivering his lines on stage.]

Adjective

1. Characterized by intense concentration or effort in learning. ["Her diligent study habits made her an excellent student."]
2. Focused on a specific topic or subject matter. ["The course delved into the study of ancient civilizations."]

Phrases

• “Study hard” means to put in a lot of effort into learning.
• “Study break” refers to a short pause from studying to rest or recharge.
• “A study in contrasts” describes a situation where two very different things are juxtaposed.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She spent the whole afternoon studying for her history test.”
• Verb: “After work, he retreated to his study to read up on the latest scientific findings.”
• Adjective: “The professor’s study of Shakespeare’s plays was widely acclaimed.”

Synonyms

• Learn
• Research
• Acquire knowledge
• Peruse
• Delve
• Engage in study
• Devote time to study
• Examine
• Investigate