adjective

inquisitive

/ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv/ · say it: in·KWIZ·uh·tiv

curious and eager to learn

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1. (adjective) wanting to know about many things; curious and asking a lot of questions

2. (adjective) showing too much interest in other people's private affairs; nosy

Examples

1. The inquisitive child asked her teacher endless questions about how the solar system works.
2. My inquisitive neighbor is always asking me about my personal life.

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inquisitive

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