busybody

Meanings

• noun

  An overly curious or meddling person.

  - "Sarah is such a busybody, always poking her nose into other people's business."
  - "I don't want to gossip, but Mary's a busybody and she'll find out soon enough."
  - "John tried to ignore the busybody who kept asking intrusive questions."

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Synonyms

kibitzer , marplot , meddler , nosy parker

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with busybody
drowsy , dozy , toesy , sneezy , easy

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Variants

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busybodies , busybody

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Etymology

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From Middle English 'busi' meaning 'active' or 'occupied' and 'body'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'busybody' has been in use since at least the 1500s.

2. In some cultures, a busybody is considered a positive trait, as it shows a strong interest in the community and a desire to help.

3. The term 'busybody' can also be used as a term of endearment, as in 'You're such a busybody, I love how much you care!'

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Related Concepts

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1. Nosey Parka: A person who is excessively curious or prying, often used as a humorous term.

2. Gossip: Idle talk or rumor about other people's lives or affairs.

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Culture

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The term 'busybody' has been used in various forms of literature and art to portray characters who are overly curious or intrusive. For example, in the novel 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte, the character Mrs. Reed is described as a 'busybody' who meddles in the affairs of others.

How to Memorize "busybody"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person constantly moving around, sticking their nose into other people's business.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'busybody' with the image of a bee, constantly buzzing around and collecting information.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Busy Bodies Bother' to remember the definition of a busybody - a person who bothers others with their curiosity and meddling.

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