- present participle of interest.
interesting
Usage
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Something that is interesting occupies the mind with no connotation of pleasure or displeasure: an interesting account of a battle. Something that is pleasing engages the mind favorably: a pleasing account of the wedding. Something that is gratifying fulfills expectations, requirements, etc.: a gratifying account of his whereabouts; a book gratifying in its detail.
Example Sentences
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Crysencio Summerville will no doubt be seen as a possible target following West Ham's relegation, but he will be interesting a range of clubs.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
The word “agent,” Luke Burgis observes, is an interesting one.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
One of the most interesting things about chain restaurants is that the bread is often the point.
From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026
According to Schütte, this finding "raises interesting questions about its role in performance and aging."
From Science Daily • Jun. 21, 2026
“Actually, that’s a really interesting description. And it sounds…hard to bear.”
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
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