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
Degase said his curiosity about similar crimes led him to uncover chilling parallels.
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
In the next, her husband looks on lovingly while their toddler gazes at the baby with joy, curiosity and awe.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
That really piqued my curiosity.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
Founded in 1791, Vermont is a goldmine of historic landmarks and curiosities.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
In the next, her husband looks on lovingly while their toddler gazes at the baby with joy, curiosity and awe.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
That really piqued my curiosity.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2025
Founded in 1791, Vermont is a goldmine of historic landmarks and curiosities.
—Megan Margulies, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for curiosity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curiosity
Noun
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Takaichi was expected to raise Japan’s security concerns about Beijing’s military build-up to Trump during his visit.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
28 Oct. 2025
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Fears of climate change are decreasing in the United States, China and many Western countries relative to other concerns, according to a new survey.—
Matthew Tostevin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For high-profile travelers, specifically, the appeal lies in the rarity and rawness of the experience.—
Brad Japhe,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Oct. 2025
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But actually finding these fossils is a rarity.—
Regina G. Barber,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But while many edibles and ornamentals make good companions for apples and other fruit trees, some plants just don't belong in your backyard orchard.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Oct. 2025
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Mealybugs can affect all types of crops, ornamentals, and houseplants, including succulents and cacti.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
31 July 2025
Noun
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In the weeks leading up to Halloween, Newman continues to share wig tips ahead of partying and trick-or-treating.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement Apple and caramel dips Apples are a top-tier fall fruit and a healthy, on-theme choice for trick-or-treaters.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
28 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Thanks to a thorough investigation and questioning, this pedestrian was contacted on Interstate 580 after walking away from an earlier crash.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
29 Oct. 2025
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Within the story, there’s no questioning of this tradition, feminist or otherwise — there’s only its pursuit and the esteem in which the onnagatas’ artistry is held.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Over the past seven decades, thousands of sophisticated spacecraft have been launched on ambitious missions to look down on our planet, explore the wonders of our star's domain, or venture into the interstellar realm beyond it.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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The property also serves as a basecamp to the wonders of Olympic National Park, with easy access to Sol Duc Falls, where water thunders over mossy rock, and the pristine, glacially carved Lake Crescent.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Barring a late season storm, Duarte and Palazon expect the prices to hold steady, maybe even drop a little, as the first-month fever and novelty dies down.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Oct. 2025
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In addition to adrenaline rushes and novelty pleasures, haunted houses also create connection between visitors.—
Isabel Rosales,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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This trait is due to Virgo’s desire to get along with everyone and keep the drama to a minimum.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Kelly McGreal , Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
26 Oct. 2025
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“Curiosity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curiosity. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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