
Nosy
Negative Connotation
Describes an undesirable trait; often used to criticize or express annoyance with someone's behavior.

I didn’t invite her to the party because she’s too nosy.
Privacy Invasion
Used when someone oversteps boundaries to gather information they're not entitled to.

Stop reading my diary, you're being nosy!
Informal Usage
Typically used in casual or informal settings rather than formal or professional ones.

Could you stop being nosy and mind your own business?
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BusybodyCuriousGossipyInquisitiveInterfereIntrusiveMeddleMeddlesomePry
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