Synonyms of interest group

interest group

noun

as in interest

a group of people with a common identifying interest that they seek to protect and promote

agricultural interest groups are adamantly opposed to the bill

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interest
• pressure group
• special interest
• vested interest
• political action committee

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of interest group

Unfortunately, the same forces that defeated previous permitting reform packages — primarily left-wing interest groups — are threatening to smother this legislation. — Editorial Board, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026

Unsurprisingly, interest groups from across our state came forward to argue why their priorities deserved a portion of Colorado’s share of settlement dollars. — Susan Morrisey, STAT, 15 Sep. 2026

Gary Advocates for Responsible Development, a local interest group that’s been dedicated to green steel at Gary Works, said in a statement Friday that Gary Works needs direct reduction to survive, calling blast furnaces an obsolete technology. — Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2026

Their work reveals the devastating effects of PFAS from carpet treatments, as well as the frustrating game of accountability hot potato between companies, state regulators, federal agencies and other interest groups. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026