curious

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈkjɔː-/
/ˈkjɝ.i.əs/
Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Tending to ask questions, or to want to explore or investigate; inquisitive; (with a negative connotation) nosy, prying.

Synonyms
enquiring inquiring exquisitive investigative peery
Antonyms
incurious noncurious uncurious
Example Sentences
  • Young children are naturally curious about the world and everything in it.
2 Definition

Caused by curiosity.

3 Definition

Leading one to ask questions about; somewhat odd, out of the ordinary, or unusual.

Antonyms
uncurious
Example Sentences
  • The platypus is a curious creature, with fur like a mammal and a beak like a bird.
4 Definition

Careful, fastidious, particular; (specifically) demanding a high standard of excellence, difficult to satisfy.

5 Definition

Carefully or artfully constructed; made with great elegance or skill.