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inquisitively Antonyms

Opposite of inquisitively

Because the opposite of inquisitively shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner showing an eager desire to learn, know, or investigate; with curiosity.

Usage Example

"The young student raised her hand and looked incuriously at the science teacher."

Strongest
incuriously
indifferently
uninterestedly
apathetically

• adverb (Context 2)

In a manner that is unduly curious, prying, or intrusive into the private affairs of others.

Usage Example

"The neighbor peered discreetly over the fence whenever guests arrived next door."

Strongest
discreetly
Strong
unobtrusively
indifferently

Similar words to inquisitively

Words similar to inquisitively shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

curiously
inquiringly
pryingly
questioningly
nosily
intrusively
wonderingly
searchingly
See all synonyms of inquisitively

• Nearby Words

inquiringly
inquiry
inquisitive
inquisitively
inquisitiveness
inroad
inrush

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Inquisitively. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/inquisitively
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