interest rate

[in-ter-ist reyt, -trist] / ˈɪn tər ɪst ˌreɪt, -trɪst /

NOUN

sum charged for use of money

Synonyms

STRONGEST

interest

WEAK

annual percentage rate bank rate borrowing rate lending rate price of money prime interest rate prime rate rate of interest

Example Sentences

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Higher energy prices drove inflation in the eurozone further beyond the European Central Bank’s target in May, cementing expectations that policymakers will raise the key interest rate next week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Before the Middle East conflict began in late February, investors had expected the BOE to cut its key interest rate by half of a percentage point in two moves this year.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Warsh had been expected to push for interest rate cuts, on the assumption that artificial intelligence will boost productivity and calm inflation.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

In Hoboken, the average interest rate for a 30-year fixed loan is already 6.55%, according to data from Realtor.com.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

Since Iceland’s interest rate at that time was higher than Switzerland’s, it’s curious why Bobby didn’t want the transfer.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady