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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

That’s even though the average interest rate on the $39 trillion accumulated public debt has held relatively steady for the past two years, according to Stephanie Pomboy’s latest MacroMavens missive.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

“The president never once asked me to commit to any particular interest rate decision, period,” Warsh said at a hearing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Comparing multiple lenders and looking beyond just the interest rate to the full breakdown of fees and terms can make a meaningful difference, she said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

However, no interest rate rises this year would mean no change to rates for savers.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 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