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Inquisitively Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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inquisitively

in-quis-i-tive-ly

🇬🇧 /ɪnkwˈɪzɪtˌɪvli/

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

asking questions

In a curious or inquiring manner.

Synonyms

curiously, inquiringly, quisitively.

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Word Description / Examples
inquisitively

This word is used when someone is eager to learn or know something, often through questioning. It often implies a deep interest or desire to understand.

  • She looked at the old manuscript inquisitively, fascinated by its age and condition.
  • The child raised his hand inquisitively, wanting to know more about the dinosaurs.
curiously

This word is used when someone is interested in something unusual or new. It can imply a casual or spontaneous interest.

  • He peered curiously through the shop window at the strange gadgets on display.
  • She asked curiously about the unfamiliar dish on the menu.
inquiringly

This word is used when someone is asking questions or seeking information. It often describes a look or manner that shows one is requesting or waiting for information.

  • He glanced at her inquiringly, hoping for more details about the project.
  • The dog looked at its owner inquiringly, waiting for a treat.
quisitively

This word does not exist in standard English, so it does not have a context or examples.

Examples of usage

  • She looked at him inquisitively, wondering what he was up to.
  • The child inquisitively asked about the strange object on the table.

Translations

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Quick facts about “inquisitively”

Inquisitively is a 5-syllable adverb (in-quis-i-tive-ly). It is pronounced /ɪnkwˈɪzɪtˌɪvli/. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 3 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #34,610 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'inquisitively'

The word 'inquisitively' is derived from the adjective 'inquisitive,' which comes from the Latin word 'inquisitivus,' meaning 'searching, inquiring.' The suffix '-ly' is added to form the adverb 'inquisitively,' indicating the manner in which something is done.


Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,610 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.