inquisitive — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

inquisitive (ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Adjectives

🔊 ɪnˈkwɪzətɪv

Meaning

Meaning: eager to learn or know

Curious and keen to find out about things.

Examples

🗣 The inquisitive student asked many questions.

Etymology

From Latin ‘inquisitivus’, from ‘inquirere’ meaning ‘to inquire’.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes a strong desire to learn or investigate.

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Tags: character, positive

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