bookish
1 of 1adjective/ˈbʊkɪʃ/
Forms:more bookish,most bookish
1
describing a person who loves to read and has an academic or studious interest in books
- Her bookish nature was evident from the large collection of novels and academic texts in her home.
- He was often described as bookish due to his love for reading and frequent visits to the library.
- The bookish student excelled in his studies and enjoyed discussing literary classics with his peers.
- Despite his bookish appearance, he had a surprisingly adventurous spirit.
- The bookish professor spent most of his time researching and writing rather than engaging in social activities.
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