interest group

noun

: a group of persons having a common identifying interest that often provides a basis for action

Synonyms of interest group

• interest
• pressure group
• special interest

Examples of interest group in a Sentence

agricultural interest groups are adamantly opposed to the bill

Recent Examples on the Web

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

In the first half hour there will be time to socialize, network, visit interest group displays, participate in the raffle, and enjoy refreshments, a news release stated. — News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

However, unlike prediction market firms and advocacy groups, those interest groups aren’t focused on a single issue. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for interest group

• coop
• coupe
• croup
• droop
• drupe
• dupe
• hoop
• loop
• lupe
• oop
• poop
• roop