scholarly

adjective

ˈskä-lər-lē How to pronounce scholarly (audio)
Definition of scholarlynext
1
as in literate
having or displaying advanced knowledge or education a scholarly analysis of the historical document

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2
as in educational
of or relating to schooling or learning especially at an advanced level a scholarly essay making comparisons between 18th-century French authors and their Germanic counterparts

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Recent Examples of scholarly The people who’ll thrive aren’t necessarily the most experienced or scholarly. — Eric Francia, Fortune, 7 July 2026 He was honored as a Distinguished Fellow by the same organization for his scholarly contributions to the field of regional science, according to his obituary. — Chase Jordan july 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026 Miami Circle gets historic recognition Carr and other experts, with the support of Ryan Wheeler, then the state’s chief of archaeology, built a case that gradually came to mainstream scientific and scholarly acceptance. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026 Despite his academic credentials, Karp, then in his mid-30s, had no interest in either a legal career or a scholarly one. — Imani Sumbi, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for scholarly
Recent Examples of Synonyms for scholarly
  1. literate
  2. educational
  3. educated
  4. academic
  5. civilized
  6. scholastic
Adjective
  • Emanuele Maucci would never have thought of launching an editorial venture publishing books that only the literate elite would read.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 July 2026
  • Anybody who is as literate and thoughtful as Tyler is inspires me.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026
Definition of literate
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  • The second floor will feature a gallery to showcase the history of race relations in North Texas, honoring Rouse's memory with a permanent gallery, interpretive exhibitions, and educational programming.
    — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
  • Reports indicate that Fable 5 declined to answer a range of benign educational questions in fields such as biology, chemistry, and mathematics – including basic prompts about mitochondria.
    — James Marks, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Definition of educational
Adjective
  • Protein Education Is on the Rise These days, consumers are becoming more educated on everything related to protein.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026
  • The first of its kind, the program was developed by Michele McGeoy, a Silicon Valley entrepreneur who became concerned with social justice after noticing that the internet boom had benefited mostly white, educated people.
    — Elena Bou, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of educated
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  • The board sets education policy, maintains academic standards, and oversees educational licenses and the accreditation system.
    — Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • The system will be installed at NTHU’s College of Semiconductor Research (CoSR) and used for academic research as well as joint development projects with Taiwan’s semiconductor industry.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
Definition of academic
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  • Teddy Roosevelt exhorted a nation of effeminate, civilized men to sally forth into the wild and reclaim their natural vitality.
    — Elizabeth Dray, STAT, 21 July 2026
  • Her generation was one of thinkers, politically committed to defining how individuals were to be shaped as citizens of a civilized nation.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 July 2026
Definition of civilized
Adjective
  • The Union’s move is a small reversal of a decades-long trend away from scholastic sports as a soccer development tool.
    — Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 19 June 2026
  • Her work — rooted in teaching, scholastic research and mentoring — is continually focused on advancing social, racial and economic equity in secondary education classrooms.
    — Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 3 June 2026
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“Scholarly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scholarly. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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