单词 | inquisitive |
释义 | inquisitive (ɪnkwɪzɪtɪv ) adjective An inquisitive person likes finding out about things, especially secret things. Barrow had an inquisitive nature. Bears are very inquisitive and must be kept mentally stimulated. Synonyms: curious, questioning, inquiring, peering inquisitively adverb [ADVERB after verb] Molly looked at Ann inquisitively. 'Where do you want to go?' inquisitiveness uncountable noun I liked children, loved their innocence and their inquisitiveness. Collocations: inquisitive mind An inquisitive mind, the ability to listen and consider the ideas and experiences of your team and an aptitude to go without sleep. Times, Sunday Times (2016) What made him special was his inquisitive mind. Times, Sunday Times (2014) You need a technically inquisitive mind and a high degree of self-confidence to work in bomb disposal and landmine clearance. Times, Sunday Times (2008) He has an inquisitive mind and I knew he would enjoy the challenge. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Is there a livelier, more inquisitive mind to be found in the Western world? Times, Sunday Times (2012) This week's events are designed for your inquisitive nature. Times, Sunday Times Being renowned for your inquisitive nature, nobody — including you — would regard you as fixed in your thinking or unwilling to venture into new territory. Times, Sunday Times His knowledge and love of music were complemented by a naturally inquisitive nature and the technical excellence of his writing. Times, Sunday Times It brings you the enjoyment of gentle clucking, silky feathers, the friendly, inquisitive nature of the ideal pet, and freshly gathered eggs still warm from the nest. Times, Sunday Times These first artistic experiences, lead by his inquisitive nature, provided the ground to continue exploring the possibilities with different materials like wood waste and plaster. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 好奇的 Japanese: 詮索好きな |
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