adj
inquiring
ihn-KWEYE-uh-rihng
Inquiring (adj) means showing curiosity or a desire to learn. Example: “She has an inquiring mind and asks great questions.”
adj
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Showing curiosity or a desire to learn.
"She has an inquiring mind and asks great questions."
"He gave me an inquiring look, waiting for an explanation."
How to use inquiring
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCurious and eager to find things out.
Common pairings
inquiring mind
inquiring look
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Word forms
- Plural
- inquirings
- Comparative
- more inquiring
- Superlative
- most inquiring
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What does “inquiring” mean?
The word “inquiring” means showing curiosity or a desire to learn. In plain terms, curious and eager to find things out.
How do you pronounce “inquiring”?
“Inquiring” is pronounced ihn-KWEYE-uh-rihng (/ɪnˈkwaɪɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “inquiring” in a sentence?
Here is “inquiring” used in a sentence: “She has an inquiring mind and asks great questions.”
What is the opposite of “inquiring”?
The opposite of “inquiring” — its antonyms — is uninquiring.
What part of speech is “inquiring”?
“Inquiring” is an adjective.
