inquisitive

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inquisitive

(adjective)

Meaning

curious and eager to learn

Example

"The inquisitive student asked many questions during the lesson."

Synonyms

inquisitorialinquisitive-minded

Antonyms

indifferentapathetic

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'inquisitivus', meaning seeking or inquiring.
Related word forms
  • adjective: inquisitiveness
  • noun: inquire

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