curious

When used to mean "eager to learn," the word is often followed by the preposition "about" (e.g., "curious about the world"). When used to mean "strange," it describes something that catches your attention because it is odd or unexpected. In this sense, it is similar to the word "peculiar." Be careful not to confuse this with being "nosy." While "curious" is usually seen as a positive desire to learn, "nosy" is negative and means trying to find out private information about other people.