Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense studies, present participle studying, past tense, past participle studied
1. verb
If you study, you spend time learning about a particular subject or subjects.
...a relaxed and happy atmosphere that will allow you to study to your full potential. [VERB]
He went to Hull University, where he studied History and Economics. [VERB noun]
The rehearsals make it difficult for her to study for law school exams. [VERB + for]
Synonyms: learn, cram [informal], swot (up) [British, informal], read up More Synonyms of study
2. uncountable noun
Study is the activity of studying.
...the use of maps and visual evidence in the study of local history.
She gave up her studies to take a job with the company.
Synonyms: examination, investigation, analysis, consideration More Synonyms of study
3. countable noun
A study of a subject is a piece of research on it.
Recent studies suggest that as many as 5 in 1000 new mothers are likely to have thisproblem.
...the first study of English children's attitudes.
Synonyms: piece of research, survey, report, paper More Synonyms of study
4. plural noun
You can refer to educational subjects or courses that contain several elements as studies of a particular kind.
...a new centre for Islamic studies.
She is currently doing a business studies course at Leeds.
5. verb
If you study something, you look at it or watch it very carefully, in order to find something out.
Debbie studied her friend's face for a moment. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: examine, survey, look at, scrutinize More Synonyms of study
6. verb
If you study something, you consider it or observe it carefully in order to be able to understand it fully.
I know that you've been studying chimpanzees for thirty years now. [VERB noun]
I invite every citizen to carefully study the document. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: contemplate, read, examine, consider More Synonyms of study
7. countable noun
A study by an artist is a drawing which is done in preparation for a larger picture.
8. countable noun
A study is a room in a house which is used for reading, writing, and studying.
9. See also studied, case study
More Synonyms of study
study in British English
(ˈstʌdɪ)
verbWord forms: studies, studying or studied
1.
to apply the mind to the learning or understanding of (a subject), esp by reading
to study languages
to study all night
2. (transitive)
to investigate or examine, as by observation, research, etc
to study the effects of heat on metal
3. (transitive)
to look at minutely; scrutinize
4. (transitive)
to give much careful or critical thought to
5.
to take a course in (a subject), as at a college
6. (transitive)
to try to memorize
to study a part for a play
7. (intransitive)
to meditate or contemplate; reflect
nounWord forms: pluralstudies
8.
a.
the act or process of studying
b.
(as modifier)
study group
9.
a room used for studying, reading, writing, etc
10. (often plural)
work relating to a particular discipline
environmental studies
11.
an investigation and analysis of a subject, situation, etc
a study of transport provision in rural districts
12.
a product of studying, such as a written paper or book
13.
a drawing, sculpture, etc, executed for practice or in preparation for another work
14.
a musical composition intended to develop one aspect of performing technique
a study in spiccato bowing
15. theatre
a person who memorizes a part in the manner specified
a quick study
16. in a brown study
Word origin
C13: from Old French estudie, from Latin studium zeal, inclination, from studēre to be diligent
study in American English
(ˈstʌdi)
nounWord forms: pluralˈstudies
1.
the act or process of applying the mind so as to acquire knowledge or understanding, as by reading, investigating, etc.
2.
careful attention to, and critical examination and investigation of, any subject, event, etc.
3.
a.
a branch of learning or knowledge
b.
any subject of study
4. [pl.]
formal education; schooling
5.
a product of studying
; specif.,
a.
an essay or thesis embodying the results of a particular investigation
b.
a work of literature or art treating a subject in careful detail and typically done as an exercise in technique, experimentation, or exploration
c.
a first sketch for a story, picture, etc.
d.
étude
6.
an earnest effort or intention
7.
a state of mental absorption; reverie
8.
a room, as in a house, designed for study, writing, reading, etc.
9.
a person with reference to the ability to memorize, comprehend, etc.
a quick study
verb transitiveWord forms: ˈstudied or ˈstudying
10.
to apply one's mind to attentively; try to learn or understand by reading, thinking, etc.
to study history
11.
a.
to examine or investigate carefully
to study the problem of air pollution
b.
to look at carefully; scrutinize
to study a map
12.
a.
to read (a book, lesson, etc.) so as to know and understand it
b.
to concentrate on so as to memorize
13.
to take a course in, as at a school or college
14.
to give attention, thought, or consideration to
studying possible changes
verb intransitive
15.
to study something
16.
to be a student; take a regular course (at a school or college)
17.
to make earnest efforts; try hard
18.
to meditate; ponder
SIMILAR WORDS: conˈsider
Idioms:
study up on
Word origin
ME studie < OFr estudie < L studium, zeal, study < studere, to busy oneself about, apply oneself to, study, orig., prob., to aim toward, strikeat, akin to tundere, to strike, beat < IE *(s)teud- < base *(s)teu-, to beat > stock, steep1
Examples of 'study' in a sentence
study
You could argue that this study provides evidence it is possible.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Three of the men died by suicide during the course of the study.
Herman, Judith Lewis Trauma and Recovery (1992)
The researchers of the study would be likely to give this the thumbs up.
The Sun (2013)
These studies confirm something we already knew.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
They are given sufficient time to study the problem carefully and to prepare their proposals meticulously.
Aganbegyan, Abel Inside Perestroika: The Future of the Soviet Economy (1990)
This is reflected in those studying the subjects at university.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The findings support previous studies that have suggested a link between eating and ageing.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
The study reinforces earlier research showing how strongly smells may affect us.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
The book is a study of conservative churches and the things contributing to their growth.
Christianity Today (2000)
But now another expert says the new study is far too small to be conclusive.
The Sun (2015)
Studies of reading show that this does not occur "naturally".
Siann, Gerda & Ugwuegbu, Denis C. E. Educational Psychology in a Changing World (1988)
He is working on a clarinet sonata as a part of his studies in music composition.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Recent studies testify to the astonishing influence of the little tablet.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
He continued to work at the contact centre while studying.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
Charities can provide case studies of recent efforts to give you an idea of what is possible.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
You feel the pressure lift and can think clearly about work and study plans.
The Sun (2006)
Where were these "responsible and competent persons" who were said to be studying the problem?
Hebblethwaite, Peter Paul VI - The First Modern Pope (1993)
The first detailed study of the programme concluded that it has not had the desired effect.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
One of my sons is currently at university studying management and another is in high school preparing for university.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
These include managerial judgement, use of statistical techniques and use of work study figures.
Torrington, Derek Personnel Management: A New Approach (1991)
Welfare Economics The study of the social desirability of different economic outcomes.
Miller, Roger LeRoy & Fishe, Raymond P. H. Microeconomics: Price Theory in Practice (1995)
Quotations
Of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the fleshBible: Ecclesiastes
In other languages
study
British English: study /ˈstʌdɪ/ VERB
If you study, you spend time learning about a particular subject or subjects.
...a relaxed and happy atmosphere that will allow you to study to your full potential.
He studied History and Economics.
American English: study
Arabic: يَدْرُسُ
Brazilian Portuguese: estudar
Chinese: 学习
Croatian: učiti
Czech: studovat
Danish: studere
Dutch: studeren
European Spanish: estudiar
Finnish: opiskella
French: étudier
German: studieren
Greek: μελετώ
Italian: studiare
Japanese: 勉強する
Korean: 공부하다
Norwegian: studere
Polish: studiować
European Portuguese: estudar
Romanian: a studia
Russian: учиться
Latin American Spanish: estudiar
Swedish: studera
Thai: เรียน
Turkish: çalışmak
Ukrainian: вивчати
Vietnamese: học
All related terms of 'study'
area study
anthropological or sociological research intended to gather and relate data on various aspects of a geographical region and its inhabitants, as natural resources , history , language, institutions , or cultural and economic characteristics; a field investigation into human ecology
bench study
the critical evaluation of a new or repaired component, device, apparatus , etc, prior to installation to ensure that it is in perfect condition
brown study
a mood of deep absorption or thoughtfulness; reverie
case study
A case study is a written account that gives detailed information about a person, group, or thing and their development over a period of time.
desk study
a preliminary investigation and report into something collating currently available relevant information
field study
a research project carried out in the field
home study
instruction in a subject given by mail and addressed to a student's home
pilot study
a small-scale experiment or set of observations undertaken to decide how and whether to launch a full-scale project
quick study
someone who is able to learn a new job or adjust to a new social environment in a short time
self-study
Self-study is study that you do on your own, without a teacher.
study group
an informal gathering of people who convene regularly to exchange ideas and information on a specific subject
study hall
a classroom used for studying
study leave
a period of time that school students are given to be off from school in order to study for their exams
study music
Music is the pattern of sounds produced by people singing or playing instruments.
study room
a room, esp in a boarding school, used for studying
study tour
a trip or tour taken by a group of people in order to study something, such as a language
time study
study of each of the steps in an operational or production procedure and the time consumed by them, for the purpose of devising methods of increasing efficiency or productivity of workers
work-study
an examination of ways of finding the most efficient method of doing a job, esp in terms of time and effort
motion study
the analysis of industrial or work procedures to determine the most efficient methods of operation
nature study
Nature study is the study of animals and plants by looking at them directly , for example when it is taught to young children .
private study
the act or process of studying outwith classes
scoping study
a preliminary study to define the scope of a project
study period
a period of time or lesson used for studying
character study
a work of fiction in which the delineation of the central character's personality is more important than the plot
study up on
to make a careful study of
feasibility study
a study designed to determine the practicability of a system or plan
study journalism
Journalism is the job of collecting news and writing about it for newspapers , magazines , television, or radio.
study literature
Novels , plays, and poetry are referred to as literature , especially when they are considered to be good or important.
course of study
an extended period of organized study, often leading to a qualification
follow-up study
a second study made as a follow-up to an initial study
in a brown study
in a reverie or daydream
profitability study
a study of how much profit a company , organization, etc, makes or how profitable it is
programme of study
the prescribed syllabus that pupils must be taught at each key stage in the National Curriculum
study a subject
A subject is an area of knowledge or study, especially one that you study at school, college , or university.
study hall teacher
a teacher who supervises or helps students during a period of time or lesson used for studying
work-study student
a student who is permitted to work while studying, and use the money earned to pay for their studies
study the effect of
The effect of one thing on another is the change that the first thing causes in the second thing.
time and motion study
the analysis of industrial or work procedures to determine the most efficient methods of operation
case method
the teaching or elucidation of a subject or issue through analysis and discussion of actual cases, as in business education
Chinese translation of 'study'
study
(ˈstʌdɪ)
n
(u) (= activity) 学(學)习(習) (xuéxí)
⇒ rooms set aside for study专供学习的房间 (zhuān gōng xuéxí de fángjiān)
(c) (= piece of research) 研究 (yánjiū)
⇒ the first study of the drug's effects第一项探讨药物作用的研究 (dìyī xiàng tàntǎo yàowù zuòyòng de yánjiū)