well-studied
|well-stud-ied|
B2
/wɛl ˈstʌdid/
thoroughly examined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'well-studied' originates from the combination of 'well,' meaning 'thoroughly,' and 'studied,' the past participle of 'study,' meaning 'to examine or investigate.'
Historical Evolution
'well-studied' evolved from the Middle English word 'studien,' which meant 'to apply oneself to learning.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'thoroughly examined,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
thoroughly examined or researched.
The phenomenon is well-studied in scientific literature.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 16:11