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Nosy

Adjective / ˈnəʊzi: / Another word for nosy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Nosy means showing too much curiosity about other people's affairs.

Synonyms & similar words

snoopy nosey prying curious prying intrusive meddlesome inquisitive probing interfering busybody eavesdropping snoopy peeping pestering nosy-parker impertinent officious impudent obtrusive pushy forward nosey

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Example sentences

  1. The teacher told the nosy student to mind their own business.
  2. My little sister is very nosy and always wants to know what I'm doing.
  3. I don't like it when people are nosy and ask me personal questions.
  4. The nosy neighbor was always peeking through the curtains to see what was going on.
  5. I tried to be polite, but the salesperson was too nosy and asked too many questions.

Quotes

  • Curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back. - English Proverb
  • Curiosity is one of the great secrets of happiness. - Bryant H. McGill
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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