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interest vs by-line

by-line vs interest

interest and by-line both are nouns.

interest is a verb but by-line is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
interest Yes No Yes No
by-line Yes No No No
As nouns, by-line is a hyponym of interest; that is, by-line is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than interest:
  • interest: a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
  • by-line: an auxiliary activity
Other hyponyms of interest include avocation, hobby, pursuit, sideline, spare-time activity.
interest (noun) by-line (noun)
a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) an auxiliary activity
a reason for wanting something done a line giving the name of the writer of a story or article
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) by-line (verb)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
be of importance or consequence
be on the mind of
Difference between interest and by-line

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