curious — eager to know or learn something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: eager to know or learn something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkjʊriəs/
Example Sentences
- My cat is so curious that it always gets stuck in weird places while exploring.
- I'm curious to know why my phone battery dies faster when I need it most.
- Children are naturally curious about everything around them.
curious
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkjʊriəs/]
eager to know or learn something
The curious toddler peeks under every rock to find tiny bugs.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'curiosus' meaning 'careful, inquisitive,' derived from 'cura' meaning 'care' or 'concern.' The word entered English through Old French 'curieux' in the 14th century.
Breakdown
cura (care, concern) + -ous (adjective suffix meaning 'full of') = curious (full of care/concern about something, eager to know)
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📝Examples
“My cat is so curious that it always gets stuck in weird places while exploring.”
“I'm curious to know why my phone battery dies faster when I need it most.”
“Children are naturally curious about everything around them.”
“It's curious that he never mentioned his twin brother before.”
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