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Learn “Inquisitive”

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Inquisitive

adjective/in-KWIZ-ih-tiv/

Meaning

Very eager to learn things and always asking questions.

In context

An inquisitive reader, she looked up every unfamiliar word.

Remember it

Contains 'inquis' like 'inquiry' — an inquisitive mind is always making inquiries.

Use it well

Usually a positive word for curiosity, though it can hint at being too nosy.