[stoo-dee-uh
s, styoo-] 
| 1. | disposed or given to diligent study: a studious boy. |
| 2. | concerned with, characterized by, or pertaining to study: studious tastes. |
| 3. | zealous, assiduous, or painstaking: studious care. |
| 4. | carefully planned or maintained; studied: a studious program to maintain peace. |
| 5. | devoted to or favorable for study. |