studied

[stuhd-eed]

adjective

1. marked by or suggestive of conscious effort; not spontaneous or natural; affected.

   studied simplicity.

   Synonyms: considered, deliberate

2. carefully deliberated.

   a studied approval.

   Synonyms: considered

3. learned.

studied

/ ˈstʌdɪd /

adjective

1. carefully practised, designed, or premeditated

   a studied reply

2. an archaic word for learned

Other Word Forms

• studiedly adverb
• studiedness noun
• nonstudied adjective
• well-studied adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of studied¹

First recorded in 1520–30; study + -ed ²

Synonym Study

See elaborate.

Example Sentences

Possible additional curbs on liabilities to be studied could include limits on attorney fees, and economic and non-economic damages due to claims by insurers and public entities, as well as those outside fire zones.

From Los Angeles Times

When Bento first studied the effects of the decal program in 2014, proponents argued it would cause an overall reduction in freeway traffic.

From Los Angeles Times

As a history graduate who studied World War One, Union Saint-Gilloise captain Christian Burgess knows more than most about the importance of Belgian resilience in the face of a richer opponent with greater resources.

From BBC

Some of these can be studied at further education colleges, many of which offer higher education courses.

From BBC

"Before this, I studied midwifery, but unfortunately that programme was banned for women... the only hope left for us was the internet and online learning," said Shakiba, who lives in the northern province of Tahkar.

From BBC

Related Words

• calculated 
• considered 
• designed 
• planned 
• prepared 
• thoughtful