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study

STUD-ee/stˈʌdi/

Sustained examination intended to develop understanding.

She studies a rock with a geology book beside her.

Black woman investigating rock beside geology book.
Etymology
studyLatinto be diligent

Latin studere emphasizes diligence rather than books. English study first meant striving toward or devoting oneself to something, then narrowed to applying that effort to learning.

In context

Jews for Judaism55:49
The study of Musar texts was not just to study them but to apply the lessons learned
THE MUSSAR PATH OF PERSONAL GROWTH – Rabbi Michael Skobac – Jews for Judaism

More examples

  • Daily study helps me understand difficult math concepts.
  • The researchers conduct a study of local water quality.
  • The artist makes several charcoal studies before starting the painting.

Forms

study · studies · studied · studying

studious adjective — Devoting much time and attention to learning.

Similar words

examine
Emphasizes close inspection rather than sustained effort to learn.
research
Emphasizes systematic investigation to discover or establish facts.