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shrillness vs interest

interest vs shrillness

shrillness and interest both are nouns.

shrillness is not a verb while interest is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shrillness Yes No No No
interest Yes No Yes No
As nouns, interest is a hypernym of shrillness; that is, interest is a word with a broader meaning than shrillness:
  • shrillness: the quality of being sharp or harsh to the senses
  • interest: the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
Other hypernyms of shrillness include interestingness.
shrillness (noun) interest (noun)
having the timbre of a loud high-pitched sound a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
the quality of being sharp or harsh to the senses 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
shrillness (verb) interest (verb)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
be of importance or consequence
be on the mind of
Difference between shrillness and interest

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