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Definition of nosily

nosily

/ˈnoʊ.zɪ.li/
no · si · ly
Adjective:nosy
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• adverb

1

In an overly curious, prying, or intrusive manner concerning other people's private affairs.

Example

"The neighbor peered nosily over the fence to see who had arrived in the driveway."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse "nosily" (meaning in a prying or overly curious manner) with "noisily" (meaning in a loud or clamorous manner).

• Rhymes for nosily

• Nearby Words

nosepiece
nosewheel
nosh
nosily
nosiness
nosing
nosocomephobe

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nosily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nosily
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