INQUISITIVE

a. n.

3 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
a.

Disposed to ask questions, especially in matters which do not concern the inquirer. A wise man is not inquisitive about things impertinent. Broome.

2.
a.

Given to examination, investigation, or research; searching; curious. A young, inquisitive, and sprightly genius. I. Watts.

3.
n.

A person who is inquisitive; one curious in research. Sir W. Temple.