scholarly
adjective
schol·ar·ly
ˈskä-lər-lē 
Synonyms
Examples of scholarly in a Sentence
His writings have been recently given scholarly attention.
She has a scholarly interest in music.
a scholarly study of words and their origins
Recent Examples on the Web
Pierrepont’s marketing of Brooklyn Heights as one of America’s first suburbs is conventional wisdom, found everywhere from scholarly opinion pieces to the historical markers lining the streets of today’s landmark district.
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Jeremy Lechtzin, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2024
From Los Angeles to Tokyo, these 26 libraries promise an unforgettable experience for all who appreciate scholarly style and immaculate craftsmanship.
—Anna Borges, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Apr. 2024
The paradox of belief has been the subject of scholarly investigation; puzzling it out promises new insights about the human psyche.
—Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2024
His scholarly work examined the impact of bilingual education policy and teacher practice on the academic lives of Latino and Asian immigrants.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, The Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2024
But it was posted on a website for scholarly papers in December and has caught the attention of national and state insurance officials and observers.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
If nothing else, such scholarly debates should help ensure a steady stream of Lincoln books for years to come.
—Barbara Spindel, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 Feb. 2024
His latest work, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion, is a step into something that feels scholarly.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
To own a scholarly or first edition of a favorite book is a way to honor its place in your life.
—Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2024
Jeremy Lechtzin, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2024
From Los Angeles to Tokyo, these 26 libraries promise an unforgettable experience for all who appreciate scholarly style and immaculate craftsmanship.
—Anna Borges, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Apr. 2024
The paradox of belief has been the subject of scholarly investigation; puzzling it out promises new insights about the human psyche.
—Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 15 Apr. 2024
His scholarly work examined the impact of bilingual education policy and teacher practice on the academic lives of Latino and Asian immigrants.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, The Denver Post, 14 Apr. 2024
But it was posted on a website for scholarly papers in December and has caught the attention of national and state insurance officials and observers.
—Lawrence Mower, Miami Herald, 12 Apr. 2024
If nothing else, such scholarly debates should help ensure a steady stream of Lincoln books for years to come.
—Barbara Spindel, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 Feb. 2024
His latest work, Fly: The Big Book of Basketball Fashion, is a step into something that feels scholarly.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 9 Apr. 2024
To own a scholarly or first edition of a favorite book is a way to honor its place in your life.
—Michael Dirda, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Scholarly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scholarly. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.
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