interesting
v. A1 Beginner Oxford US //ˈɪntɝəstɪŋ// UK //ˈɪntɹəstɪŋ// in·ter·est·ing
v. keeping your attention because it is unusual, exciting, or has a lot of good ideas.
v. arousing curiosity or holding the attention. Often used as a polite euphemism for something strange or mildly unpleasant.
This book is very interesting.
The museum has an interesting collection of old coins from all over the world.
While the plot is somewhat predictable, the film remains interesting due to its innovative use of lighting and sound to create a tense atmosphere.
From interest + -ing.
Usage
Typically functions as a gradable adjective; often modified by 'very', 'quite', or 'really'.
Pitfall
I am very interesting in artI am very interested in artLearners often confuse the '-ing' form (describing the thing) with the '-ed' form (describing the person's feeling).