GRE Word List

STUDIOUS

assiduous in the pursuit of learning

The meaning of the word studious is assiduous in the pursuit of learning.

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complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
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guilelessinnocent
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gesticulationthe act of making gestures