interest rate

[in-ter-ist reyt, -trist] / ˈɪn tər ɪst ˌreɪt, -trɪst /

NOUN

sum charged for use of money

Synonyms

STRONGEST

interest

WEAK

annual percentage rate bank rate borrowing rate lending rate price of money prime interest rate prime rate rate of interest

Example Sentences

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Inflation is also sure to rise in the next few months as higher oil prices feed through the economy, reducing the chances that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates.

From MarketWatch

“These higher yields could have a negative impact on someone’s plan to retire, since higher interest rates lead to a lower pension lump-sum value,” Schmehil said.

From MarketWatch

Officially, the Federal Reserve is still focused on when and by how much to cut interest rates again.

From The Wall Street Journal

In addition, the war hasn’t only boosted the dollar price, but also seen interest rates move up, providing a double-whammy in competition for gold.

From Barron's

Iran worries finally caught up to traders betting on the path forward for interest rates.

From Barron's