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curiosity An overwhelming desire to learn and discover new things, often leading to a lack of attention in other areas of life. ■ "Why is the sky blue? I need to find out!" said the person with an unhealthy amount of curiosity about the world.
Delve To plunge into or explore a topic with great enthusiasm and curiosity. ■ I can't wait to delve into the mysteries of outer space. I might even become an astronaut!
Exploring Engaging in the act of wandering aimlessly through a strange or unfamiliar place, often with a sense of curiosity and wonder. ■ "I can't believe I forgot my map while exploring the woods. Now I'm lost and alone!"
investigating Engaging in the act of looking into something, usually with a sense of curiosity or suspicion. ■ "Why are you always investigating my every move? I thought we were friends!" said the suspect to the detective.
Wonder An overwhelming feeling of curiosity and amazement. ■ I can't believe I won the lottery! I must be experiencing wonder.
intrigued Overwhelmed with curiosity and desire to learn more about something, often to the point of distraction or obsession. ■ When Jane found out that her favorite actor was on Instagram, she became so intrigued by his posts that she couldn't stop scrolling for hours on end.
mindless 1. Having no mental faculties, being mentally inactive or vacant. ■ "John was so mindless that he forgot his own birthday,", 2. Being without thought or judgment; lacking intellectual curiosity. ■ "The students were so mindless that they didn't even notice the fire alarm,"
naming The act of giving a name to something or someone, typically done in an official or formal manner. ■ When the mayor officially named the new bridge after himself, everyone was disappointed because it didn't have a unique or descriptive name., The process of deciding what to call something or someone, often in a humorous or playful manner. ■ "I named my cat 'Curiosity' because he always gets into stuff he shouldn't."
peek A sudden and brief glance, often to see what is happening in a particular place or situation. ■ John peeked out the window to see if it was raining., To look at something with curiosity and slight embarrassment, often by peering over someone's shoulder. ■ Sarah couldn't resist peeking at her neighbor's garden to see how beautiful it was., A short and sudden movement, often made to observe something without being noticed. ■ Tom peeked around the corner to make sure no one was watching him sneak a cookie.
Toddlers Small children aged between two and five years old. They are known for their clumsy and uncoordinated movements, as well as their curiosity and playful nature. ■ "I had to clean up the mess made by the toddlers; they were so eager to try everything new that they didn't even think about where they were putting things."