Basic Details
Word: Interestingly
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a way that is surprising, exciting, or engages attention.
Synonyms: Captivatingly, Engagingly, Intriguingly
Antonyms: Boringly, Dully
Idioms and Phrases
- Interestingly enough: Used to introduce an unexpected or surprising fact. Example: "Interestingly enough, she discovered she could play the guitar left-handed."
- As interesting as watching paint dry: Used to describe something that is very boring. Example: "The lecture was as interesting as watching paint dry, making it hard to concentrate."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Interestingly, the octopus has three hearts, which helps it pump blood efficiently.
Example 2: The book was so interesting that I couldn't put it down until I finished it.
Example 3: Interestingly, the ancient Egyptians used to write on papyrus made from reeds.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "interesting" comes from the Latin word "interesse," which means "to be between"? Over time, it evolved to describe anything that grabs our attention!
Famous Quote
"Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people." Leo Burnett
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "interestingly" mean?
a) In a dull way
b) In a surprising way
c) In a sad way
d) In a predictable way
Answer: b) In a surprising way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "interestingly"?
a) Boringly
b) Captivatingly
c) Slowly
d) Quietly
Answer: b) Captivatingly
3. What is an antonym of "interestingly"?
a) Exhilaratingly
b) Dully
c) Amusingly
d) Playfully
Answer: b) Dully
4. Which sentence uses "interestingly" correctly?
a) The movie was interestingly for hours without a break.
b) Interestingly, I found a new park while exploring the city.
c) I went to bed interestingly.
d) She ran interestingly across the finish line.
Answer: b) Interestingly, I found a new park while exploring the city.
5. Which idiom suggests something is very boring?
a) Interestingly enough
b) As interesting as watching paint dry
c) As busy as a bee
d) A different kettle of fish
Answer: b) As interesting as watching paint dry
