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inquisitive

[ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv]

inquisitive Definition

  • 1curious or inquiring
  • 2prying or intrusive

Using inquisitive: Examples

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

  • Example

    The child had an inquisitive mind and always asked questions.

  • Example

    She was very inquisitive about my personal life.

  • Example

    The journalist's inquisitive nature led her to uncover the truth.

  • Example

    I don't appreciate your inquisitive behavior.

inquisitive Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for inquisitive

Idioms Using inquisitive

  • curiosity killed the cat

    being too curious can lead to trouble

    Example

    I wouldn't ask too many questions if I were you. Remember, curiosity killed the cat.

  • if you don't ask questions, you won't be told lies

    Example

    I don't want to know the details. Ask no questions and hear no lies.

  • mind your own business

    don't interfere in other people's affairs

    Example

    I wish he would just mind his own business and stop asking me so many questions.

Phrases with inquisitive

  • a quick look that shows curiosity or interest

    Example

    He cast an inquisitive glance at the strange object on the table.

  • a curious and questioning nature

    Example

    Her inquisitive mind led her to explore new ideas and concepts.

  • a tendency to be curious and ask questions

    Example

    His inquisitive nature often got him into trouble with his teachers.

Origins of inquisitive

from Latin 'inquirere', meaning 'to inquire'

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Summary: inquisitive in Brief

'Inquisitive' [ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv] describes someone who is curious and asks questions, but can also imply prying or intrusiveness. It can be used to describe a person's nature, as in 'Her inquisitive mind led her to explore new ideas and concepts,' or their behavior, as in 'I don't appreciate your inquisitive behavior.' The idiom 'curiosity killed the cat' warns against being too curious, while 'mind your own business' advises not to interfere in other people's affairs.

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