INTEREST
/ˈɪntəɹɪst/ ► audio Scrabble 8 Words With Friends 9
Definition
- verb excite the curiosity of.
- verb be on the mind of.
— synonyms: concern, occupy, worry
- verb be of importance or consequence.
— synonyms: matter_to
- noun a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something.
— synonyms: involvement
- noun a reason for wanting something done.
— synonyms: sake
- noun the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.).
— synonyms: interestingness
- noun a fixed charge for borrowing money.
- noun (law) a right or legal share of something.
— synonyms: stake
- noun (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims.
— synonyms: interest_group
- noun a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly).
— synonyms: pastime, pursuit
Examples
- “Our bank offers borrowers an annual interest of 5%.”
- “He has a lot of interest in vintage cars.”
- “I have business interests in South Africa.”
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