Meaning & use
nosy
Excessively curious about other people's private affairs; prying.
See it in a sentence
The nosy neighbor always asked too many questions about our visitors.
Don't be nosy; it's not polite to read someone else's messages over their shoulder.
A note on using this word
Nosy is mildly disapproving, describing someone who takes an unwelcome interest in matters that are not their business.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
discreetprivate
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