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interest vs elicit

elicit vs interest

interest is a noun but elicit is not a noun.

interest and elicit both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
interest Yes No Yes No
elicit No No Yes No
As verbs, elicit is a hypernym of interest; that is, elicit is a word with a broader meaning than interest:
  • interest: excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
  • elicit: call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
Other hypernyms of interest include arouse, enkindle, evoke, fire, kindle, provoke, raise.
interest (noun) elicit (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) elicit (verb)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of derive by reason
be of importance or consequence deduce (a principle) or construe (a meaning)
be on the mind of call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
Difference between interest and elicit

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