1
as in concern
an eager desire to find out about things that are often none of one's business
our neighbor's curiosity about what we were doing last night was really offensive
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2
as in rarity
something strange or unusual that is an object of interest
the museum's curiosities include items constructed entirely out of toothpicks
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as in ornamental
a small object displayed for its attractiveness or interest
an assortment of curiosities from around the world that the family picked up during various vacations
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as in trick
an odd or peculiar habit
Charles Dickens typically endowed his characters with an array of endearing curiosities
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Recent Examples of curiosity
The laminated menu taped to the wall was stocked with the usual cheap alcoholic concoctions, plus the occasional witticism and curiosity.
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Hannah Gold, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
O'Kelley mentioned intellectual curiosity, a willingness to adapt and a willingness to take on the unexpected as new criteria to consider beyond competency and accomplishments for CEOs or other senior leaders.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
While the original leaks gave fans just enough of a taste to fuel their curiosity, the track has been practically impossible to find—until now.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Feb. 2025
Get unlimited access to journalism that fuels your curiosity, passion and ambition.
—Forbes, 10 Feb. 2025
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Hannah Gold, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
O'Kelley mentioned intellectual curiosity, a willingness to adapt and a willingness to take on the unexpected as new criteria to consider beyond competency and accomplishments for CEOs or other senior leaders.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
While the original leaks gave fans just enough of a taste to fuel their curiosity, the track has been practically impossible to find—until now.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 15 Feb. 2025
Get unlimited access to journalism that fuels your curiosity, passion and ambition.
—Forbes, 10 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for curiosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosity
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In fact, these concerns appear to be brought to Musk's attention recently.—
Emily Chang,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Mexico began producing its own form of exploitation films, including an uptick in movies reflecting concerns about drug trafficking and violence.—
Daniella Mazzio,
IndieWire,
5 Mar. 2025
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In 1910, a high school diploma was a rarity in the United States, the province of elites destined to be ministers, doctors, or lawyers.—
Matthew J. Slaughter,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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Banks herself rose through the ranks in the early 1990s, when Black high-fashion models on the runway and in magazines were still a rarity.—
Essence,
Essence,
25 Feb. 2025
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Otherwise, use of a fungicide labeled for rust control on ornamentals would be helpful.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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Plant a productive space that attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators and includes edible plants as well as ornamentals.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Feb. 2025
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And our favorite trick is shopping the Better Homes & Gardens Juliet bedroom furniture line at Walmart.—
Carly Totten,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Feb. 2025
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The trick is finding the place that aligns with your style.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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After the detainment and questioning of more than 40 U.S. citizens produce no solid leads and a second, smaller cyberattack on a consumer bank leaves the nation in turmoil, George appears to be losing control of the investigation — and the country is losing its faith in him.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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Offering a rare look at all the backdoor lobbying, moral questioning and endless waiting involved in an affair that lasted for nearly two months, director Brandon Kramer does an impressive job revealing the personal and geopolitical aspects of a heartbreaking true story.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Feb. 2025
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Switzerland Is Home To Two Of Europe’s Most Underrated Natural Wonders Switzerland is the setting for the top two natural wonders in Europe.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The addition of Robinson could do wonders for them on that part.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Because of his novelty gimmicks and goofy outfit, The Jester would be difficult to take seriously as a threat to Matt or any superhero really.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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Betting on the most popular NFL games and props, and offseason events like the NFL Combine and draft along with novelty props and political wagering is big business.—
Jay Ginsbach,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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According to Lalich, there’s one consistent trait among those who join cults, online or otherwise: idealism.—
David Peisner,
Rolling Stone,
23 Feb. 2025
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Not that the other traits can’t be there as well, but the size, and using that size, must be a constant.—
Arpon Basu,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Curiosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosity. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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