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interesting

[in-ter-uh-sting, -truh-sting, -tuh-res-ting] / ˈɪn tər ə stɪŋ, -trə stɪŋ, -təˌrɛs tɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
appealing, entertaining
Synonyms
STRONGEST
alluring amusing attractive compelling curious delightful engaging exotic fascinating impressive intriguing lovely pleasing provocative readable refreshing stimulating striking thought-provoking unusual
STRONG
absorbing affecting arresting captivating enchanting engrossing enthralling entrancing fine gripping inviting prepossessing riveting stirring winning
WEAK
charismatic elegant exceptional gracious magnetic pleasurable suspicious
Antonyms
STRONGEST
boring disgusting familiar homely normal ordinary repulsive ugly unattractive unimpressive usual
STRONG
disenchanting repellent
WEAK
dull unexciting unstimulating

Usage

What are other ways to say interesting?

Something that is interesting occupies the mind with no connotation of pleasure or displeasure: an interesting account of a battle. Something that is pleasing engages the mind favorably: a pleasing account of the wedding. Something that is gratifying fulfills expectations, requirements, etc.: a gratifying account of his whereabouts; a book gratifying in its detail.

Example Sentences

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Kempe got that one back on a tip-in with 4:02 to play, which threatened to keep things interesting when the Kings pulled for an extra attacker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

He flags another interesting indicator that popped up April 15, when the S&P 500 made a new all-time high, but only 15 stocks also hit 52-week highs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

"It'll be interesting to see what happens with Scott Parker now," said Little.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

It will be interesting to see what happens once peak season approaches, in 2½ months.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

But there were so many interesting things to ask questions about.

From "A Boy Called Bat" by Elana K. Arnold

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