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Meaning of inquisitive
having a curious nature and a desire to learn or discover new things
Etymology of inquisitive
The word "inquisitive" comes from the Latin "inquisitivus", which is derived from "inquirere", meaning "to inquire" or "to ask"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe someone who is curious or inquiring
Synonyms
curious
questioning
probing
investigative
exploratory
analytical
inquiring
interested
nosy
prying
intrusive
meddling
inductive
deductive
insightful
perceptive
piercing
sharp
keen
astute
inquiring
interrogative
scrutinizing
searching
inquisitorial
analytical
diagnostic
explorative
examine
research
studious
erudite
scholarly
inquisitive
piercing
sharp
keen
discerning
intuitive
sensitive
receptive
responsive
open-minded
receptive
alert
vigilant
watchful
attentive
observant
mindful
aware
conscious
Definitions
- Having a curious nature and a desire to learn or discover new things
- * Having a strong desire to know or learn something, often in a secret or hidden way
- * Curious about something, especially in a way that is considered nosy or impolite
Usage Examples
- The inquisitive child asked her parents a million questions about the world around her
- * The detective was inquisitive about the suspect's alibi and decided to investigate further
- * The inquisitive nature of the scientist led her to make a groundbreaking discovery
Antonyms
apathetic
indifferent
uninterested
unconcerned
disinterested
uncurious
incurious
oblivious
ignorant
uninformed
unaware
indifferent
complacent
lethargic
lazy
sluggish
indolent
phlegmatic
stoic
impassive
unresponsive
aloof
distant
detached
unengaged
uninvolved