- 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 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
"It is interesting to me that the mass circulation of the appalling footage has almost been accepted as a public good," he wrote.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
"You could then use your chemical thrusters to quickly move to look at interesting features. You could have a lot more flexibility to do a lot more things."
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
It definitely makes you look at things and go, “Wow, it’s so interesting what we all give up.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
Perhaps the most interesting thing about the parking lot were the other tracks.
From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone
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