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Nosiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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nosiest

 

[ ˈnɔːziest ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing a person

The term 'nosiest' refers to someone who is excessively inquisitive or curious about the private affairs of others. This adjective often carries a negative connotation, suggesting an overstepping of boundaries and a lack of respect for others' privacy. It describes a tendency to pry into the lives of others, often leading to gossip and speculation. People described as 'nosiest' may have difficulty minding their own business, often leading to social friction.

Synonyms

gossipy, inquisitive, prying, snoop

Examples of usage

  • She was the nosiest neighbor in our apartment building.
  • He loves to gossip and is often considered the nosiest person at work.
  • The nosiest kids in the playground were always asking questions about others’ families.

Translations

Translations of the word "nosiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais barulhento

🇮🇳 सबसे शोरगुल वाला

🇩🇪 am lautesten

🇮🇩 paling berisik

🇺🇦 найгучніший

🇵🇱 najgłośniejszy

🇯🇵 最も騒がしい

🇫🇷 le plus bruyant

🇪🇸 el más ruidoso

🇹🇷 en gürültülü

🇰🇷 가장 시끄러운

🇸🇦 الأكثر ضجيجًا

🇨🇿 nejhlučnější

🇸🇰 najhlbší

🇨🇳 最吵的

🇸🇮 najglasnejši

🇮🇸 háttr í hávaða

🇰🇿 ең дауысты

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ხმაურიანი

🇦🇿 ən səs-küylü

🇲🇽 el más ruidoso

Word origin

The word 'nosiest' is derived from the root word 'nose', which in this context refers to one's inclination to pry or stick one’s nose into the affairs of others. The development of this term can be traced back to the Old English word 'nosu', meaning 'nose', and the metamorphosis into the figurative sense of 'nosiest' illustrates the human tendency to explore and inquire into personal matters. The suffix 'iest' indicates a superlative form, amplifying the degree to which someone is nosy. The connotation associated with 'nosiest' suggests a cultural disapproval of excessive curiosity about private matters, reflecting social norms around privacy and propriety.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,071, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.