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- Dictionaryinquiring/ɪnˈkwʌɪərɪŋ/
adjective
- 1. showing an interest in learning new things: "an open, inquiring mind"
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(of someone's behaviour) always wanting to learn new things, or (of someone's expression) wanting to know something: inquiring mind You have a very inquiring mind, don't you? He gave her an inquiring look. curious The best students are the ones who are curious about everything. inquisitive She's such an inquisitive little girl!
verb. (also enquire) us / ɪnˈkwɑɪər / Add to word list. to ask for information: [ I ] Officials from around the country have called to inquire about the program. [ + question word ] Phil inquired whether I wanted to meet his roommate. inquiring. adjective (also enquiring) us / ɪnˈkwɑɪər·ɪŋ / You have a very inquiring mind. Phrasal verb.
Inquiring definition: seeking facts, information, or knowledge. See examples of INQUIRING used in a sentence.
ask, question, interrogate, query, inquire mean to address a person in order to gain information. ask implies no more than the putting of a question. ask for directions. question usually suggests the asking of series of questions. questioned them about every detail of the trip.
If you have an inquiring mind, you have a great interest in learning new things. I have always had an enquiring mind where food is concerned. All this helps children to develop an inquiring attitude to learning. Synonyms: inquisitive, interested, curious, questioning More Synonyms of inquiring.
v. in·quired, in·quir·ing, in·quires. v.intr. 1. To seek information by asking a question: inquired about prices. 2. To make an inquiry or investigation: inquire into the extent of the corruption. v.tr. 1. To ask, especially politely or formally: The host inquired why we were leaving so soon.
Definition of inquiring adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
verb. to seek information; ask. she inquired about rates of pay. she inquired his age. foll by of to ask (a person) for information. I'll inquire of my aunt when she is coming. introften foll byinto to make a search or investigation.
When you inquire, you look into something. You might ask a question, like inquiring if the bakery is hiring any cake decorators. Inquire can also mean "to conduct an investigation." No matter how you do it, when you inquire, you seek answers.
to seek information; ask. she inquired his age. she inquired about rates of pay. b. (foll by of) to ask (a person) for information. I'll inquire of my aunt when she is coming. 2. (intransitive; often foll by into) to make a search or investigation. Collins English Dictionary.
