Meaning of the word inquisitive in English

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inquisitive

US /ɪnˈkwɪz.ə.t̬ɪv/
UK /ɪnˈkwɪz.ə.t̬ɪv/
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Adjective

1.

having or showing an interest in learning things; curious

Example:
She has an inquisitive mind and loves to ask questions.
The child was very inquisitive about how the toy worked.
2.

unduly curious about the affairs of others; prying

Example:
My neighbor is too inquisitive about my personal life.
She gave me an inquisitive look, trying to guess what I was thinking.
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