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absorb vs interest

interest vs absorb

absorb is not a noun while interest is a noun.

absorb and interest both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
absorb No No Yes No
interest Yes No Yes No
As verbs, interest is a hypernym of absorb; that is, interest is a word with a broader meaning than absorb:
  • absorb: consume all of one's attention or time
  • interest: excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
absorb (noun) interest (noun)
a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
a reason for wanting something done
the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
absorb (verb) interest (verb)
cause to become one with excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
take up mentally be of importance or consequence
consume all of one's attention or time be on the mind of
devote (oneself) fully to
take in, also metaphorically
become imbued
assimilate or take in
take up, as of debts or payments
suck or take up or in
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