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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He has previously branded Powell a "knucklehead" and claimed he was "doing a lousy job" after his repeated calls for interest rate cuts were ignored.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Geopolitical risks typically boost gold’s appeal as a safe-haven asset, though a higher interest rate environment weighs on the non-yielding metal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

His household income is $150,000, he has a mortgage with a 6.1% interest rate, and he is putting away about 15% of his income for retirement, including his employer match.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

The minutes will also detail views on the interest rate path, with a planned cut now less certain due to tighter financial conditions.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

In exchange, he received a higher interest rate.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis