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scholarly
/ˈskɒl.ər.li/
academic or intellectual
She has a scholarly approach to research.
She studies in a thorough, academic way.
formal
Characterized by or suitable for learned study; academic or intellectual
The professor gave a scholarly lecture on medieval literature.
The professor's lecture was detailed and academic.
He has a scholarly interest in ancient history.
He studies ancient history in a serious, academic way.
Often used to describe writing, research, or behavior that is thorough and well-researched.
Collocations
scholarly articlea formal, well-researched academic paperscholarly debatea serious, intellectual discussionscholarly workacademic research or writing
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'scholarly' for academic or intellectual contexts, not casual or everyday situations.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'scholarly,' from Old English 'scoleric,' meaning 'of or belonging to a school,' from Latin 'schola' (school).
Usage Notes
Often used to describe people, writing, or behavior that is serious, well-researched, and academic. Can sometimes imply a slightly old-fashioned or overly formal style.
Word Breakdown
schol-
school, learning
root-ar
pertaining to
suffix-ly
in a manner
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