interestingly

adverb

in·​ter·​est·​ing·​ly ˈin-t(ə-)rə-stiŋ-lē 

ˈin-tə-ˌre-,

ˈin-ˌtre-;

ˈin-tər-

1

: in an interesting manner

2

: as a matter of interest

Examples of interestingly in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Fortunately, there are explanations derived from a body of research that draws on economics, psychology, and biology, and, interestingly, also shed light on contemporary American politics. —Ryan Hogg, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2024

And interestingly, many were quick to name aspects of integrity — or, more accurately, the aspects at its antithesis, including (and these are actual words that voters used) being arrogant, disrespectful and rude. —Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 28 Sep. 2024

The species that react most interestingly to death—the usual suspects: nonhuman primates, whales, and elephants—have long lifespans. —Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 9 Sep. 2024

The board, estimated to command $300,000, has been restored to full functionality by Apple historian Corey Cohen and interestingly, has never been offered for sale prior to this auction. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1811, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

interestingly

adverb

in·​ter·​est·​ing·​ly ˈin-trəst-iŋ-lē 

ˈint-ə-ˌrest-iŋ-le,

-ə-rəst-,

-ərst-

1

: in an interesting manner

a story interestingly told

2

: it is interesting

interestingly enough, that was the first one