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Nosy

Verb / 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

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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