Meaning of the word curious in English

What does curious mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

curious

US /ˈkjʊr.i.əs/

UK /ˈkjʊr.i.əs/

eager to know or learn something

Example:

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The child was curious about how the toy worked.

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I'm curious to know what you think about the new policy.

Synonym:

inquisitive interested eager questioning prying

strange or unusual

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It was a curious coincidence that they both wore the same outfit.

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There was a curious smell coming from the old house.

Synonym:

strange unusual odd peculiar bizarre

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