What is the comparative form of “overinterested”?

The comparative form of “overinterested” is “more interested”.

Example

She is more interested in science than in history.

Example

I am more interested in reading than in watching TV.

What is the superlative form of “overinterested”?

The superlative form of “overinterested” is “most interested”.

Example

Among all the subjects, math is the most interesting for her.

Example

The documentary was the most interesting film I've ever seen.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "interested" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more interested" and "most interested" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of curiosity or engagement.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Interested" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more interested”

more engaged

Used to describe someone who is more involved or invested in something.

Example

He is more engaged in his work than in his hobbies.

more intrigued

Used to indicate a higher level of curiosity or fascination.

Example

I am more intrigued by mysteries than by romance novels.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most interested”

most engaged

Used to describe someone who is the most involved or invested in something.

Example

She is the most engaged in her studies among all her classmates.

most intrigued

Used to indicate the highest level of curiosity or fascination.

Example

The plot twist in the movie was the most intrigued I've ever been.

Using than with comparative “more interested”

When using the comparative form "more interested" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is more interested in science than in history." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of interest in "science" is higher than the level of interest in "history."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more interested” and “most interested” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

1Subjects
He is more interested in math than in English.
He is more interested in math than in English.
2Hobbies
She is the most interested in painting among all her friends.
She is the most interested in painting among all her friends.
3Movies
The action movie was more interesting than the romantic comedy.
The action movie was more interesting than the romantic comedy.
4Books
The mystery novel was the most interesting book I've read.
The mystery novel was the most interesting book I've read.

Related idioms and phrases

All ears

To be fully attentive and interested in what someone is saying.

Example

Tell me your story, I'm all ears.

Curiosity killed the cat

Being too curious can lead to trouble.

Example

Don't ask too many questions, remember curiosity killed the cat.