busybodyish

/ˈbʌzbɪdiʃ/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a busybody; intrusive or inquisitive in a nosy or meddling way.

“She was being quite busybodyish, always asking personal questions.”

2. adverb

in a busybodyish manner; in an intrusive or inquisitive way.

“He’s always poking his nose into other people’s business, which is quite busybodyish.”

Synonyms

  • inquisitive
  • intrusive
  • meddling
  • nosy

Antonyms

  • discreet
  • reticent
  • unobtrusive