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engross vs interest

interest vs engross

engross is not a noun while interest is a noun.

engross and interest both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
engross No No Yes No
interest Yes No Yes No
As verbs, interest is a hypernym of engross; that is, interest is a word with a broader meaning than engross:
  • engross: consume all of one's attention or time
  • interest: excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
engross (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
engross (verb) interest (verb)
consume all of one's attention or time excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
devote (oneself) fully to be of importance or consequence
be on the mind of
Difference between engross and interest

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