Studious vs Genius - What's the difference?
studious | genius |
Given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.
Given to study; devoted to the acquisition of knowledge from books; as, a studious scholar.
Earnest in endeavors; aiming sedulously; attentive; observant; diligent; -- usually followed by an infinitive or by of; as, be studious to please; studious to find new friends and allies.
Planned with study; deliberate; studied.
Favorable to study; suitable for thought and contemplation; as, the studious shade.
(informal) ingenious, very clever, or original.
(eulogistic) Someone possessing extraordinary intelligence or skill; especially somebody who has demonstrated this by a creative or original work in science, music, art etc.
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Extraordinary mental capacity.
Inspiration, a mental leap, an extraordinary creative process.
(Roman mythology) The guardian spirit of a place or person.
A way of thinking, optimizing one's capacity for learning and understanding.
As an adjective studious
is given to thought, or to the examination of subjects by contemplation; contemplative.As a noun genius is
genius (extraordinary mental capacity).studious
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(en adjective)See also
* bookishgenius
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(wikipedia genius)Adjective
(-)- What a genius idea!