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:
This book is very interesting.I found the film quite interesting.
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
Very Often
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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