Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nosy
adjective
/ˈnoʊ.zi/
Definition
Having a strong interest in the affairs of others; overly curious.
Examples
- She is so nosy that she often asks about my personal life.
- They dislike neighbors who are way too nosy.
- His nosy behavior got him into trouble when he overheard private conversations.
Meaning
Describes a person who is excessively inquisitive about other people’s business.
Synonyms
- curious
- inquisitive
- prying
- interfering
