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prying

[prahy-ing]

prying Definition

  • 1intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
  • 2inquisitive and curious to an excessive degree

Using prying: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prying" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was always prying into other people's business.

  • Example

    I don't like it when people ask prying questions.

  • Example

    He gave her a prying look that made her uncomfortable.

prying Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: prying in Brief

The term 'prying' [prahy-ing] refers to someone who is intrusive, meddling, or excessively curious. It is often used to describe someone who asks personal or inappropriate questions. For example, 'She was always prying into other people's business.'