studied
/ˈstʌd.id/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Practiced; self-conscious; careful; not spontaneous.
Adjective
Examples
She gave a studied reply.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Qualified by, or versed in, study; learned.
AdjectiveRegister: dated
Examples
He is well studied in theology.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “studied” mean?
Practiced; self-conscious; careful; not spontaneous.
Is “studied” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.