as in intrigued
to hold the attention of
the book didn't interest me, so I ended up watching the parade of people on the sidewalk
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Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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as in engaged
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2
as in concerned
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interested parties
an interested reader
interested buyers
interested citizens
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Recent Examples of interested
Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Like Jennifer Tilly, her boyfriend, Phil [Laak], is not interested in being on the show.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2025
If Sanders is let go, his fifth-round status, currently riding a modest $4.6 million salary, provides some upside for teams who might be interested in signing him.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Raymond, who is interested in medicine and science, interns at a computational biotechnology lab at San Diego State University.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Consumers who are interested in AT&T In-Car Wi-Fi can check compatibility by visiting att.com/connectedcar and entering their VIN.
—Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Like Jennifer Tilly, her boyfriend, Phil [Laak], is not interested in being on the show.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2025
If Sanders is let go, his fifth-round status, currently riding a modest $4.6 million salary, provides some upside for teams who might be interested in signing him.
—Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Raymond, who is interested in medicine and science, interns at a computational biotechnology lab at San Diego State University.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interested
Verb
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The Ravens would have to be intrigued if Banks falls in the mid-20s.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Traded by the Angels and non-tendered by Atlanta, Canning signed with the Mets because he was intrigued by their successful major-league development of starters last season.—
Tim Britton,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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This class offers an opportunity to stay active and engaged.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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Every piece is thoughtfully designed with the feedback and support of the incredible, highly engaged community that’s been with me from the start.—
Perrie Samotin,
Glamour,
6 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Some worry about the spread of avian flu, others are concerned that the birds will eat too much of their valuable crops.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
7 Aug. 2025
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As robot slurs continue to have their viral moment, there’s been a rise in concerned internet users who feel like the trend is just a convoluted way for people to get close to saying real-life slurs.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Check out Pima Air & Space Museum For those fascinated by astronomy and aerospace, the Pima Air & Space Museum is an essential stop along Tucson’s Astro Trail.—
Visit Tucson,
AFAR Media,
20 Mar. 2025
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Friendship stores selling specialty foodstuffs, silks, and Maoist tchotchkes emerged to meet demand from both Chinese immigrants seeking familiar comforts and Americans fascinated by the exotic wares.—
Mark Tseng-Putterman / Made by History,
TIME,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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After signing on as the star and an executive producer, Blanchett became heavily involved in each step of the production.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
11 Aug. 2025
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Stevenson started the game, but Henderson was heavily involved during starting QB Maye’s two possessions, catching three passes for 12 yards and ripping off an 18-yard carry.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
9 Aug. 2025
Verb
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No filmmaker was better-equipped to capture the institutional failures of our economic collapse in 2007-08, as Soderbergh has always been pre-occupied by the alienating relationship between our economic systems and his characters.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Mar. 2025
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The remainder of the hearing was occupied with timetables for jury selection, motions and disclosure of evidence.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Fed chair shot Trump a quizzical look that appeared both aghast and confused.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Other jurors appeared curious and quizzical, some looking at Cassie or jotting notes.—
Michael R. Sisak,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
Verb
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But by night, Robert immersed himself in a private version of Infinity tricked out to mimic his favorite Star Trek-like TV show and played all-powerful commander to a team of sentient, captive—and miserable—clones of Walton and other co-workers.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
10 Apr. 2025
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Based on their findings, the authors recommend pouring hot water over your coffee grounds slowly to give the beans more time immersed in the water.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Interested.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interested. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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