inquisitive

Definitions

in- (into) + quis (quaerere 'seek') + -itive (inclined to) = 'inclined to seek into things.' A double-edged word: praise for a curious mind, but mild criticism for someone who pries into others' business.

Common Collocations

• 1.inquisitive mind求知的头脑
• 2.inquisitive nature好奇的本性
• 3.an inquisitive look好奇的眼神

Example Sentences

• 1.

  Children are naturally inquisitive about the world.

• 2.

  An inquisitive reporter kept digging for details.

• 3.

  She gave me an inquisitive look but said nothing.