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Added 10 October 2026

inquisitive

/ɪŋˈkwɪzətɪv/ adjective

In Latin: curiosus Wiktionary

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about inquisitive at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

Showing curiosity.
if someone saw a man climbing a light post they might get inquisitive
Inquiring or appearing to inquire.
an inquiring look

Origin

Late 14th century, from Old French inquisitif, from Late Latin inquisitivus, from Latin inquisitus, past participle of inquirere. See also inquire.

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