Study (Noun)
Meaning 1
A state of deep mental absorption; "she is in a deep study".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- She was in a study, oblivious to the world outside as she pondered the complex problem.
- The professor's gentle lecture had no effect on him, sunk as he was in a study of the fascinating chess game.
- After a few minutes of contemplation, he emerged from his study and decided on a course of action.
- As she stared out the window, her mind slipped into a study, lost in memories of her childhood.
- The music swirled around her, but she was in a study, analyzing the intricate harmonies and melodies.
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Meaning 2
Attentive consideration and meditation; "after much cogitation he rejected the offer".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Her words deserve a more deliberate study to uncover their full meaning.
- A deeper study of human emotions led her to understand why she acted so impulsively.
- A great study is being devoted to investigating climate change causes.
- Scientists advise regular periods of solitary study before concluding new observations.
- Several issues would be profitable topics of extensive, further study to complete my treatise on international governance.
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Meaning 3
Someone who memorizes quickly and easily (as the lines for a part in a play); "he is a quick study".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- After a single rehearsal, Emily had already memorized her entire script, proving herself to be a quick study.
- The new actor picked up the complex choreography in no time, demonstrating that he was a quick study.
- With only a few hours to prepare, Sarah mastered her lines and impressed the director with her remarkable ability to be a quick study.
- Despite having no prior experience, Jack learned the intricate dance routine in record time, showing that he was a quick study.
- The lead actress, known for being a quick study, had already memorized the entire script in just one day, leaving the rest of the cast in awe.
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Meaning 4
A detailed critical inspection.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The researcher conducted a thorough study of the company's financial records to identify areas of inefficiency.
- A study of the painting revealed subtle layers of meaning and symbolism that were not immediately apparent.
- The historian undertook a detailed study of primary sources to piece together an accurate account of the historical event.
- The anthropologist's study of indigenous cultures highlighted the importance of preserving traditional practices and knowledge.
- The environmental impact study found no significant risks associated with the proposed construction project.
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Meaning 5
A room used for reading and writing and studying; "he knocked lightly on the closed door of the study".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The large oak desk dominated the study, where he spent most of his evenings reading.
- She liked to work in the quiet of her study, away from the distractions of the rest of the house.
- The study was equipped with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a comfortable reading chair.
- He knocked lightly on the closed door of the study, not wanting to disturb his father's work.
- The study was his retreat, a place where he could focus on his writing without interruptions.
Meaning 6
A branch of knowledge; "in what discipline is his doctorate?"; "teachers should be well trained in their subject"; "anthropology is the study of human beings".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The study of language development in children is a crucial aspect of psychology.
- Anthropology is the study of human beings in all their cultural, social, and biological complexity.
- Her doctorate is in computer science, a rapidly evolving branch of study.
- Sociology is the study of human relationships and the ways in which they are organized.
- The university offers several programs of study, including business administration and environmental science.
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- Humanities
- Escapology
- Humanistic Discipline
- Allometry
- Landscape Architecture
- Theogony
- Theology
- Liberal Arts
- Technology
- Communications
- Science
- Military Science
- Graphology
- Frontier
- Arts
- Bibliotics
- Major
- Engineering Science
- Genealogy
- Engineering
- Communication Theory
- Ology
- Occultism
- Numerology
- Futurology
- Divinity
- Protology
- Applied Science
- Scientific Discipline
- Architecture
- Futuristics
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Meaning 7
A written document describing the findings of some individual or group; "this accords with the recent study by Hill and Dale".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 8
A composition intended to develop one aspect of the performer's technique; "a study in spiccato bowing".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The violinist's teacher assigned her a study in double stops to improve her intonation.
- The pianist's daily practice routine included a study in arpeggios to loosen up her fingers.
- The cellist worked on a study in chords to develop her left-hand strength.
- The composer wrote a study in counterpoint to showcase the interplay between the two instruments.
- The flautist's instructor gave her a study in articulation to focus on her tonguing technique.
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Meaning 9
Preliminary drawing for later elaboration; "he made several studies before starting to paint".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artist created a detailed study of the landscape before beginning the final painting.
- Her study of the still life arrangement helped her to plan the composition of the piece.
- The architect made a study of the building's facade to determine the best way to restore it.
- The designer's study of the fabric patterns and textures informed her decision on the final design.
- The artist's study of the model's pose allowed her to capture the subtleties of the human form.
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Meaning 10
Applying the mind to learning and understanding a subject (especially by reading); "mastering a second language requires a lot of work"; "no schools offer graduate study in interior design".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- She spent hours in the library, pouring over books as part of her study for the upcoming exam.
- The university offers a comprehensive study of classical literature, covering works from ancient Greece to modern times.
- His study of the ancient language allowed him to decipher the mysterious inscription on the artifact.
- The research team's study of the disease led to a breakthrough in understanding its causes and symptoms.
- The student's study of the historical period was enhanced by her visit to the museum's extensive collection of artifacts.