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Term: Inquisitive

Description:

Inquisitive is an adjective that describes someone who is curious, eager for knowledge, and inclined to ask questions.

Sense 1 (Adjective):

[Of a person] Curious or inquiring, especially showing interest in learning new things or acquiring knowledge.

Example sentence: The young girl's inquisitive nature led her to explore every corner of the museum.

Sense 2 (Adjective):

[Of a glance or look] Showing curiosity or interest.

Example sentence: The detective cast an inquisitive glance at the suspect, hoping to find any signs of guilt.

Sense 3 (Adjective):

[Of a question] Searching for knowledge or information; asking about something in order to learn more.

Example sentence: The journalist asked an inquisitive question during the press conference to uncover further details.

Sense 4 (Noun):

A person who is inquisitive; someone with a tendency to question and seek information.

Example sentence: The child's incessant questions earned her the nickname of "the little inquisitive."

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