Synonyms of interest groups

interest groups

noun

plural of interest group

as in interests

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

• interests
• pressure groups
• special interests
• vested interests
• political action committees

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of interest groups

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

Industries, disciplines, niche interest groups and organisations, to name a few, all develop their own epistemic cultures. — Big Think, 21 Aug. 2026

In elections everywhere, parties and interest groups play key roles in recruiting and supporting candidates. — Nicholas Carnes, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026

Both proposals are undergoing review and debate among the city’s policymakers, who are getting an earful from the various interest groups. — Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026

Lawmakers influenced by opposing interest groups have failed to reach a consensus. — Constance Malleret, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Aug. 2026

So somebody with my background who’s actually worked through these problems and brought people together — like very divergent interest groups together, like the tribes, like environmental groups and loggers. — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 29 July 2026

Dean said that at the time, the switch away from direct elections was supported by a broad coalition of conservative and liberal interest groups. — Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026

Allied interest groups across the Democratic spectrum also rescinded their endorsements and urged Platner to step aside. — Philip Elliott, Time, 7 July 2026