engage vs interest

interest vs engage

engage is not a noun while interest is a noun.

engage and interest both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
engage	No	No	Yes	No
interest	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, interest is a hypernym of engage; that is, interest is a word with a broader meaning than engage:

engage: consume all of one's attention or time
interest: excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

engage (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

engage (verb)	interest (verb)
get caught	excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
consume all of one's attention or time	be of importance or consequence
give to in marriage	be on the mind of
keep engaged
engage for service under a term of contract
hire for work or assistance
ask to represent; of legal counsel
engage or hire for work
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns)

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