English Reference
adjective

studied

adj.
US /ˈstədid/ UK /stˈʌdɪd/ stud·ied

  1. 01 C1 Advanced Formal

    done with a lot of care and planning, often so it looks a certain way to others.

    describing an action or behaviour that is carefully planned, deliberate, or calculated rather than natural or spontaneous.

    Simple

    He spoke with a studied calmness, even though he was actually very angry.

    In context

    Her indifference to the criticism was clearly studied, designed to project an image of professional detachment that she did not truly feel.

  2. 02 C2 Proficiency ArchaicLiterary

    having a lot of knowledge from reading and learning.

    possessing significant knowledge or being well-versed in a particular field through academic effort.

    Simple

    The old professor was a very studied man who knew five languages.

    In context

    He was a deeply studied gentleman, capable of quoting obscure classical texts to support even the most trivial of his arguments.

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