59 Synonyms & Antonyms For INTERESTING

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Definitions interesting [in-ter-uh-sting, -truh-sting, -tuh-res-ting] / ˈɪn tər ə stɪŋ, -trə stɪŋ, -təˌrɛs tɪŋ / ADJECTIVE appealing, entertaining Synonyms STRONGEST alluring amusing attractive compelling curious delightful engaging exotic fascinating impressive intriguing lovely pleasing provocative readable refreshing stimulating striking thought-provoking unusual STRONG absorbing affecting arresting captivating enchanting engrossing enthralling entrancing fine gripping inviting prepossessing riveting stirring winning WEAK charismatic elegant exceptional gracious magnetic pleasurable suspicious Antonyms STRONGEST boring disgusting familiar homely normal ordinary repulsive ugly unattractive unimpressive usual STRONG disenchanting repellent WEAK dull unexciting unstimulating

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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.

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He told the president he could go even farther than Ronald Reagan, which, in this context, is an interesting statement, since Reagan rattled some sabers initially but actually made the judicious decision to withdraw.

From Salon

“It’s going to be interesting as we navigate the next few months,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal

And carbon-neutral sustainable fuels, such as those used in F1 now, are an interesting potential future solution to CO2 emissions if they can be made affordable for the mass market.

From BBC

"I think it's good that Timothée has said something interesting instead of the same bland, safe answers that many actors give," she says.

From BBC

General Kundid promises a "very dynamic, very interesting" programme for the conscripts.

From BBC

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