- present participle of interest.
interesting
Usage
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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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But I find “One Night Only” to be a far more interesting film because it doesn’t answer everything up front or take the blanket optimist’s route.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
Rest assured, the next generation of Amazons will go public after they get interesting.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
Thanksgiving always has produced an interesting dynamic with five tall, energetic kids circling for a turkey leg.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Heisenberg: McBurnie is one of the most interesting £5.5m forwards in the game.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
The club did sound interesting and maybe I could make some friends.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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