inquisitive
/ɪŋˈkwɪzətɪv/
Group 32Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Curious or inquiring; unduly curious about the affairs of others GRE
Example in Context
The inquisitive journalist pursued leads that others considered dead ends, eventually uncovering the story that earned her a national award.
Synonyms
curiousnosyprobing
Etymology
In seeking knowledge or answers, one becomes curious.
- in- (Latin) — in
- quaerere (Latin) — to seek
Memory Aid
🤔Sounds like “in quiz it”
When the teacher says, 'IN QUIZ IT!' I become so INQUISITIVE, I turn into a detective with a magnifying glass!
Visual Association
🔍A child peering through a magnifying glass at a hidden treasure map, bursting with curiosity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “inquisitive” mean on the GRE?
inquisitive (adjective) means “Curious or inquiring; unduly curious about the affairs of others”. The inquisitive journalist pursued leads that others considered dead ends, eventually uncovering the story that earned her a national award.
How to remember “inquisitive” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “inquisitive” sounds like “in quiz it”. When the teacher says, 'IN QUIZ IT!' I become so INQUISITIVE, I turn into a detective with a magnifying glass!
What are synonyms for “inquisitive”?
Common synonyms: curious, nosy, probing.