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Definitions

inquisitive

[in-kwiz-i-tiv] / ɪnˈkwɪz ɪ tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
curious
Synonyms
STRONGEST
analytical nosy
WEAK
big-eyed challenging forward impertinent inquiring inquisitorial interested intrusive investigative meddlesome meddling peering personal poking presumptuous probing prying questioning scrutinizing searching sifting snooping speculative
Antonyms
WEAK
incurious indifferent unconcerned uninterested

Example Sentences

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Such baseless reticence only makes us more defiant and less inquisitive.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Anyone can assert their inquisitive expertise by the sole virtue of making the trip and setting up shop.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

But Forté was actually “an inquisitive 8-year-old who played the violin in a youth orchestra and even had a recital at the vaunted Brooklyn Academy of Music,” according to GQ.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

Oliver is more mobile and inquisitive than I've seen him.

From BBC • Nov. 23, 2025

Marjory proved the more inquisitive of the two.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.