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inquisitive nature
[ɪn'kwɪzətɪv 'neɪtʃər]
noun phrase
feminine
pl: inquisitive natures / naturezas inquisitivas
natureza inquisitiva
1.
A personality trait characterized by a strong desire to know or learn something; curiosity and tendency to ask questions
Her inquisitive nature led her to pursue a career in scientific research.
Sua natureza inquisitiva a levou a seguir uma carreira em pesquisa científica.
2.
The quality of being eager to know facts or details; intellectual curiosity
Children have an inquisitive nature that drives their learning and development.
As crianças têm uma natureza inquisitiva que impulsiona sua aprendizagem e desenvolvimento.
Synonyms
curiosity
inquisitiveness
curious disposition
questioning nature
investigative bent
Antonyms
indifference
apathy
disinterest
incuriousness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
natureza inquisitiva
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
natureza investigadora
Alternative term sometimes used in formal contexts
Portugal
natureza inquisitiva
Standard European Portuguese usage
Portugal
índole curiosa
More literary or formal alternative in Portugal
Related Idioms & Phrases
to be full of curiosity
to have a questioning mind
to be nosy
to poke one's nose into something
curiosity killed the cat
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