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Term: knowsy

Noun:

Definition: A person who is nosy or inquisitive, tends to pry into others' affairs.

Example Sentence: My neighbor is such a knowsy, always asking prying questions about my personal life.

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Adjective:

Definition: Describing a person or behavior characterized by being nosy or inquisitive.

Example Sentence: It's best to avoid discussing personal matters with her; she has a knowsy nature.

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Verb (transitive):

Definition: To exercise excessive curiosity; pry into someone else's affairs.

Example Sentence: Despite my repeated requests, she continues to knowsy into my personal life.

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Adverb:

Definition: In a nosy or inquisitive manner.

Example Sentence: She looked at me knowsy, trying to gather information about my plans.

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