Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word When something catches your attention because it is unusual or exciting.
Interesting
/ˈɪntrəstɪŋ/Synonyms:
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Examples:
'I have made some interesting notes.It is too interesting a case to be lost sight of."This is all very interesting,' said Dr Gerard to himself.
Etymology:
The word interesting originated from the Latin verb interesse, meaning to be of concern, matter. It has been used in English since the late 18th century, derived from the adjective interest with the suffix -ing.
Usage Statistics:
118 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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