Basic Details
Word: Curious
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Eager to learn or know more about something.
Synonyms: Inquisitive, interested, probing
Antonyms: Indifferent, uninterested, apathetic
Idioms and Phrases
- Curiouser and curiouser: Used when something becomes more strange or mysterious. Example: "As the mystery unfolded, everything became curiouser and curiouser."
- The curious cat: Referring to someone who is very inquisitive, sometimes too much for their own good. Example: "Be careful how much you dig into other people's lives; remember, the curious cat gets in trouble!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: The curious child asked many questions about the stars and planets during the school trip to the planetarium.
Example 2: She had a curious mind that always wanted to explore new ideas and concepts.
Example 3: The curious kitten peeked through the window to see what the neighbours were doing.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the phrase "curiosity killed the cat" warns that being too inquisitive can lead to trouble? However, curiosity is also what drives scientists and explorers to discover new things!
Famous Quote
"Curiosity is the key to creativity." Akio Morita
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "curious" mean?
a) Disinterested
b) Eager to learn
c) Tired
d) Angry
Answer: b) Eager to learn
2. Which of these is a synonym of "curious"?
a) Indifferent
b) Inquisitive
c) Apathetic
d) Bored
Answer: b) Inquisitive
3. Which word is an antonym of "curious"?
a) Interested
b) Curious
c) Uninterested
d) Inquisitive
Answer: c) Uninterested
4. Which sentence uses "curious" correctly?
a) The curious boy swam in the river.
b) The curious girl climbed the mountain.
c) The curious student wanted to learn more about history.
d) The curious tree grew high in the sky.
Answer: c) The curious student wanted to learn more about history.
5. What does the idiom "curious cat" refer to?
a) A cat that likes to sleep
b) Someone who is inquisitive
c) A cat that loves to play
d) A cat that is afraid
Answer: b) Someone who is inquisitive
