scholarly
adj. · adv.-
1 academic work (adj.) C1 Advanced Academic Formaldescribing serious academic work that shows deep knowledge and careful research.
relating to or characteristic of serious academic study; demonstrating rigorous research and attention to detail.
ExampleThe professor published a scholarly article about the history of the city.
ExampleThe journal is renowned for its scholarly rigour, requiring all submissions to undergo a double-blind peer-review process before publication.
UsageCommonly modifies nouns like 'article', 'journal', 'work', or 'pursuit'.
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2 a studious person (adj.) C1 Advanced Formaldescribing a person who enjoys studying and spends a lot of time learning.
characteristic of a scholar; exhibiting a devoted interest in learning and academic research.
ExampleShe was a scholarly child who preferred reading in the library to playing sports.
ExampleHis scholarly appearance, complete with thick-rimmed glasses and a permanent stack of manuscripts, matched his reputation as a leading medievalist.
- studious
- bookish
- intellectual
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3 in a learned way (adv.) C2 Proficiency American English Formaldoing something in a way that shows great knowledge or academic skill.
in a manner characteristic of a scholar or academic research.
ExampleHe spoke scholarly about the ancient ruins he had visited.
ExampleThe author argues scholarly for a re-evaluation of the treaty, citing several previously untranslated primary sources.
UsageIn modern usage, the adverbial form is rare; 'in a scholarly manner' is often preferred.
- academically
- eruditely
From scholar + -ly.