Synonyms for

Study

Verb / ˈstʌdi: / Another word for study — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To spend time learning about a subject, especially in order to get better at it or to prepare for an exam.

Synonyms & similar words

read survey contemplate canvass analyze discipline field meditate examine subject analyse report sketch take consider cogitation bailiwick learn canvas work learn read review research peruse examine scrutinize analyze investigate explore probe inspect cram drill memorize prepare train educate

Synonyms by register

Formal

research investigate examine analyze

Informal

cram bone up mug up hit the books

Literary

contemplate muse delve

Antonyms

play ignore neglect disregard shirk avoid

Common collocations

  • study habits
  • study group
  • study abroad
  • study hard
  • study skills
  • study room
  • study guide

Word family

noun study
verb study
adjective studious

Usage note

The verb 'study' can be used transitively (study a subject) or intransitively (study for an exam). It generally implies a focused and diligent effort.

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Example sentences

  1. I need to study for my science test next week.
  2. She likes to study history in her free time.
  3. He spent hours studying for the bar exam.
  4. I need to study harder to improve my grades.
  5. The scientists will study the effects of climate change on the environment.

Quotes

  • Study hard what interests you the most in the most undisciplined, irreverent and original manner possible. - Richard Feynman
  • The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you. - B.B. King
  • Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. - W.B. Yeats

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