curiosity

Definition

  • noun: the desire to learn or know more about something or someone
  • noun: desire to know
  • synonyms: nicety, accuracy, exactness

Examples

  • The arrival of a construction crew at their house attracted/sparked/aroused the 'curiosity' of their neighbors.

  • He went into the store out of 'curiosity'. [=because he was curious to see what was in the store]

  • The movie failed to satisfy her 'curiosity' about the assassination.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) – For a truly talented specimen, well “The Right Nigger”? How much would you say, Django? – Twelve thousand dollars. CANDIE: Gentlemen… You had my curiosity. Now you have my attention. CANDIE: Willie… Willie. Hold up! Hold up. Aah. – Good morning, gentlemen. (..)
    2012 Django Unchained
  • (..) I was under the impression when you granted me an audience, it would be to discuss business. – Well, we weren't talking business yet. We were discussing my curiosity. Roscoe, Coco, go outside and play. Sheba, you stay right there. – I know you didn't mean me. – Prost. (..)
    2012 Django Unchained