scholarly
Translation
scholarly, academic, erudite
Examples
She wrote a scholarly article on ancient history.
She wrote a scholarly article on ancient history.
He has a scholarly interest in art.
He has a scholarly interest in art.
Grammar Patterns
((a scholarly + noun)) relating to serious academic study. A scholarly journal publishes academic research.
Similar Words
Synonyms: academic, erudite, learned; Antonyms: unscholarly, ignorant
Etymology
From 'scholar' + the suffix '-ly', meaning 'like a scholar'.
Memory Tips
Picture a scholar in a library, surrounded by books. Their work is 'scholarly'.