Pronunciation

/kərˈɪəs/

Definitions

• Adjective: Interested in or showing curiosity about something or someone. For example: “The child had a curious look on their face.”
• Verb: To feel or show curiosity; be interested in. For example: “She was curious about the old book’s contents.”
• Noun: A feeling or quality of being curious; an instance of curiosity. For example: “His curiosity got the better of him, and he dug deeper into the mystery.”

Phrases

• “Curiosity killed the cat” is a proverb meaning excessive curiosity can lead to trouble.
• “A curious mind is a valuable asset” highlights the importance of a questioning nature.
• “She couldn’t resist her curiosity” implies she couldn’t help but investigate.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Her curious gaze lingered on the painting.”
• Verb: “The children were curious about the new teacher.”
• Noun: “His curiosity led him to explore every corner of the house.”

Synonyms

• Inquisitive
• Curious-minded
• Enquiring
• Curiousness
• Inquiry

Antonyms

• Uninterested
• Indifferent
• Uncurious
• Disinterested
• Uninquisitive