- 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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Walker often plays professional women forced to button down their emotions more than occasionally, in part because the struggle not to cry is considered more powerful, and interesting to watch, than the tears themselves.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
It’s salty, bright, herbaceous and just spicy enough to keep things interesting.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The U.K. consumer-healthcare company is eyeing acquisitions to expand its portfolio in higher-growth countries such in India, where the wellness space is interesting in particular, McNamara said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Indexation, lockups, and governance are also interesting topics, but aren’t all that important for valuing the AI-space conglomerate.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
And it always had a more interesting effect.
From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry
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