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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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So this is just an interesting turn for her.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

“But the interesting thing that piqued my attention in the last 12 months was that BlackRock is also one of the best data and software companies in the industry.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

A very interesting outsider from the Mullins camp.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The more I think about “The Christophers,” the more I imagine it has interesting layers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

He had his hand curled up because he hadn't yet figured out anything interesting to do with it.

From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry

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