inquisitive

Definition

  • adjective: tending to ask questions
  • adjective: given to examination or investigation
  • synonyms: intrusive, curious, prying

Examples

  • She was very 'inquisitive' [='curious'] as a child.

  • She looked at me 'inquisitively'.

  • an overly 'inquisitive' neighbor

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) That depends on your intentions. Strictly honorable, I can assure you. A man sees a beautiful chick, and he can't help but be inquisitive, you know. Would you think it naughty of me if I offered... to buy you a drink? But you already have. I knew that. (..)
    1975 The Return of the Pink Panther