Curious

Meanings

1. Eager to learn or know something
2. Strange or unusual
3. Arousing interest

Example Sentences

• "The curious student asked thoughtful questions after every lecture."
• "A curious smell was coming from the old warehouse near the river."
• "She gave him a curious look when he mentioned his unusual hobby."

Etymology

From Latin 'curiosus' (careful, inquisitive), from 'cura' (care). The Hindi word 'jigyasu' shares the same spirit of seeking knowledge.

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