August 14, 2026
curiosity
/ˌkjʊəɹɪˈɒsɪti/noun
(uncountable) Inquisitiveness; the tendency to ask and learn about things by asking questions, investigating, or exploring.
Example sentence
- “He put the strangely shaped rock in his curiosity cabinet.”
Related words
curiousTending to ask questions, or to want to explore or investigate; inquisitive; (with a negative connotation) nosy, prying.cupboardA cabinet, closet, or other piece of furniture with shelves intended for storing cookware, dishware, or food; similar cabinets or closets used for storing other items.currencyMoney or other items used to facilitate transactions.cunningSly; crafty; clever in surreptitious behaviour.