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interest vs bear on

bear on vs interest

interest is a noun but bear on is not a noun.

interest and bear on both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
interest Yes No Yes No
bear on No No Yes No
As verbs, bear on is a hypernym of interest; that is, bear on is a word with a broader meaning than interest:
  • interest: be of importance or consequence
  • bear on: be relevant to
Other hypernyms of interest include come to, concern, have to do with, pertain, refer, relate, touch, touch on.
interest (noun) bear on (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
interest (verb) bear on (verb)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of have an effect upon
be of importance or consequence press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action
be on the mind of be relevant to
keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last
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