inquisitive
[ in-kwiz-i-tiv ]
/ ɪnˈkwɪz ɪ tɪv /
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adjective
noun
an inquisitive person: thick curtains to frustrate inquisitives.
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Origin of inquisitive
First recorded in 1350–1400; from Late Latin inquīsītīvus, equivalent to Latin inquīsīt(us) (see inquisition) + -īvus -ive; replacing Middle English inquisitif, from Middle French, from Late Latin, as above
synonym study for inquisitive
2. See curious.
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British Dictionary definitions for inquisitive
inquisitive
/ (ɪnˈkwɪzɪtɪv) /
adjective
excessively curious, esp about the affairs of others; prying
eager to learn; inquiring
Derived forms of inquisitive
inquisitively, adverbinquisitiveness, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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