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Inquisitive

Ih-NKWIH-zih-tihv

/ˌɪˈnkwɪzɪtɪv/

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inquisitive

Dictionary meaning

Showing curiosity.

Examples

  • If someone saw a man climbing a light post they might get inquisitive.

Synonyms: speculative, questioning, wondering

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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