nosey
adjective · verb · noun
Simple meaning
Prying, inquisitive or curious in other's affairs.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
nohzeeSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈnoʊzi
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adjective
Prying, inquisitive or curious in other's affairs; tending to snoop or meddle.
verb
To pry into something.
noun
A look at something to satisfy one's curiosity.
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: Prying, inquisitive or curious in other's affairs; tending to snoop or meddle.
Used this way, nosey is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Curious and questioning
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
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Word Family
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Compound terms
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A person who meddles in the affairs of others.
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