Nosy

/ˈnoʊ.zi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a tendency to pry into the affairs of others; overly inquisitive.

She was always nosy, asking personal questions about her colleagues' lives.

Characterized by an excessive interest in the private matters of others.

His nosy behavior made everyone uncomfortable at the party.

Eager to know or learn about things that do not concern one.

The nosy neighbor peered over the fence to see what we were doing.

Originates from the word 'nose', implying sticking one's nose into others' business.

nosy neighbor

A neighbor who is overly interested in other people's business.

don't be so nosy

A phrase used to tell someone to stop being curious about others' private matters.

nosy Parker

A person who is excessively curious about the affairs of others.

snoop

To secretly investigate or pry into someone's affairs.

inquisitive

Curious or inquiring; eager for knowledge.

Busybody

Don't be a busybody and mind your own business.

Peeping Tom

He was acting like a peeping Tom, trying to overhear our conversation.