- 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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“That’s a great song actually, that’s a very interesting song.”
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
It will be interesting to see if Brentford's Igor Thiago starts up front for them, but they will be strong at the back with Arsenal's Gabriel and Paris St-Germain's Marquinhos together in central defence.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
But so far in 2026, curious viewers have had no shortage of interesting, innovative films to run to the theater for.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
This finding is particularly interesting because humans face a similar conflict.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
"That was an interesting thing to do," said Miss Priest.
From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville
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