What is the meaning of inquisitive?

adjective

  • Showing curiosity.
    • usage: "if someone saw a man climbing a light post they might get inquisitive"; "raised a speculative eyebrow"
  • Inquiring or appearing to inquire.
    • usage: "an inquiring look"; "the police are proverbially inquisitive"
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