as in intriguing
holding the attention or provoking interest
an interesting lecture on conflicts in the Middle East since the demise of the Ottoman Empire
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Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in fascinating
to hold the attention of
the book didn't interest me, so I ended up watching the parade of people on the sidewalk
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an interesting question
an intriguing question
an insightful question
a good question
a thoughtful question
a provocative question
interesting people
an interesting feature
interesting work
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Recent Examples of interesting
Alexandra Schöb, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025
While Nan and Patti are coming up with their plan, a couple of interesting moves are made in light of the affair being exposed in the papers.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2025
Cleveland’s first-round pick Mason Graham should be an interesting test for the middle of the offensive line, and how Corbett and/or Mays respond to that jolt of competition should provide an opportunity to both in the position battle.
—Mike Kaye
august 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Each week, Luminate distributes a report on the Top 50 shows and movies on streaming in the U.S. July 25 to 31 was an interesting interval for TV, not only because of The Hunting Wives.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Ganni also has lots of interesting sweaters, coats, jackets, and T-shirts as well as accessories, shoes, and lingerie in its range.
—Alexandra Schöb, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2025
While Nan and Patti are coming up with their plan, a couple of interesting moves are made in light of the affair being exposed in the papers.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2025
Cleveland’s first-round pick Mason Graham should be an interesting test for the middle of the offensive line, and how Corbett and/or Mays respond to that jolt of competition should provide an opportunity to both in the position battle.
—Mike Kaye
august 5, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
Each week, Luminate distributes a report on the Top 50 shows and movies on streaming in the U.S. July 25 to 31 was an interesting interval for TV, not only because of The Hunting Wives.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for interesting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interesting
Adjective
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For millennials who recognize Snow from cult-classic teen comedies like 2006’s John Tucker Must Die and the Pitch Perfect franchise, her starring role as the self-destructive Sophie in The Hunting Wives is simultaneously nostalgic and intriguing.—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
8 Aug. 2025
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Leagues Cup action returns on Thursday with an intriguing showdown, as the MLS side LA Galaxy takes on Liga MX team Santos Laguna.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
15 Aug. 2025
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From Jupiter’s swirling storms to Neptune’s icy depths, planets across our solar system are orbited by a fascinating cast of moons.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Every chapter is loaded with arcane information delivered in an engaging style.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
12 Aug. 2025
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This can not only improve employees' health and well-being but also create a more engaging work environment.—
Sourabh Deorah,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Right now, the focus is on accelerating existing processes, but what is coming is both more frightening and exciting.—
Adrian Carr,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Having a baby is such an exciting time, every time.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025
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The front man Ben Schneider has followed meticulous world-building impulses, drawing more listeners with each album by nurturing an absorbing, cinematic sound.—
Helen Shaw,
New Yorker,
25 July 2025
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But walking sims ushered in a new wave of titles that saw the player moving through an environment, simply observing and absorbing.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
9 July 2025
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“Interesting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interesting. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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