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Interest (Verb)

Meaning 1

Be on the mind of; "I worry about the second Germanic consonant shift".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • The recent trend in inflation rates has been interesting me and I worry about its long-term effects.
  • Lately I've been interested in ancient Greek mythology and spend most of my free time reading about it.
  • I've been interested in the effects of social media on teenagers for some time now and think it would make a great research topic.
  • Global warming has been interesting me and I try to read all the latest research and findings on the topic whenever I can.
  • The concept of a multiverse has been interesting me since I was a kid, and I love to learn more about it from documentaries and podcasts.

Synonyms

  • Occupy
  • Worry
  • Concern

Related Words

  • Interest (noun)

Meaning 2

Excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of.

Classification

Verbs of feeling.

Examples

  • The new science museum is sure to interest young children with its interactive exhibits and experiments.
  • His unusual hobby will certainly interest people who enjoy rare and unusual pastimes.
  • She is a captivating speaker who will interest her audience with stories of adventure and courage.
  • The ancient ruins will interest anyone who loves history and mystery.
  • The artist's new technique will interest fellow artists and critics alike.

Antonyms

  • Bore

Hypernyms

  • Evoke
  • Kindle
  • Raise
  • Fire
  • Enkindle
  • Provoke
  • Elicit

Hyponyms

  • Occupy
  • Grip
  • Transfix
  • Engage
  • Spellbind
  • Engross

Related Words

  • Interest (noun)

Meaning 3

Be of importance or consequence; "This matters to me!".

Classification

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

Examples

  • The well-being of my family greatly interests me and I will do everything to protect them.
  • The new government policy will significantly interest those who rely on public transportation to commute to work.
  • Whether or not the company will downsize interests many employees who are worried about losing their jobs.
  • The ongoing conflict between the countries interests neighboring nations who are concerned about their own national security.
  • Her academic success interests her parents who have invested heavily in her education.

Synonyms

  • Matter To

Hypernyms

  • Concern
  • Touch On
  • Refer
  • Touch
  • Have To Do With
  • Come To
  • Relate
  • Bear On

Hyponyms

  • Intrigue

Related Words

  • Interest (noun)
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