curiosity

/kəˈrɪʊsɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

a desire to learn or know about something

“Her curiosity about the abandoned house led her to explore it at night.”

2. noun

a feeling of interest or excitement about something new or unusual

“The curiosity of the crowd gathered around the street performer was palpable.”

3. noun

a thing or object that is interesting or unusual

“The antique vase was a curiosity in the museum collection.”

4. noun

a person who asks questions or seeks information, especially about something that is not their business

“The gossip columnist was known as a curiosity in the newsroom.”

5. adjective

showing or expressing a desire to learn or know about something

“The curiosity-driven approach to science led to many groundbreaking discoveries.”

6. verb

to feel or show interest or excitement about something

“People are curious about the new technology and its potential applications.”

Synonyms

  • inquisitiveness
  • interest

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • indifference