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interest vs compound interest

compound interest vs interest

interest and compound interest both are nouns.

interest is a verb but compound interest is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
interest Yes No Yes No
compound interest Yes No No No
As nouns, compound interest is a hyponym of interest; that is, compound interest is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than interest:
  • interest: a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
  • compound interest: interest calculated on both the principal and the accrued interest
Other hyponyms of interest include simple interest.
interest (noun) compound interest (noun)
a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly) interest calculated on both the principal and the accrued interest
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) compound interest (verb)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
be of importance or consequence
be on the mind of
Difference between interest and compound interest

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