curiosity
Meaning
Curiosity refers to a profound desire to acquire knowledge or understanding, characterized by a questioning attitude towards the world and an eagerness to explore and investigate phenomena, often leading to intellectual growth and innovation.
💡 While curiosity is generally viewed as a positive trait, it can also lead to intrusive behavior if not tempered with respect for privacy and boundaries.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
He
passed
the
late
afternoon
in
his
modest
workshop
,
carefully
dismantling
an
old
radio
to
examine
how
its
components
interlocked
.
His
curiosity
about
the
device
was
not
mere
nostalgia
but
a
genuine
desire
to
understand
how
sound
emerges
from
simple
circuits
.
As
he
worked
,
he
made
notes
and
arranged
screws
in
precise
rows
,
observing
subtle
differences
between
each
element
.
When
a
stubborn
wire
resisted
,
he
paused
to
consider
alternative
explanations
and
adjusted
his
approach
methodically
.
By
dusk
the
set
crackled
to
life
and
he
felt
a
quiet
satisfaction
at
having
followed
a
patient
,
attentive
process
.
Common Phrases
insatiable curiosity
intellectual curiosity
curiosity-driven inquiry
Synonyms
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