English dictionary
interest
/'/I/nt/@/r/I/st/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
ExamplesAn interest in music.
Synonyms involvementSource: WordNet 3.0
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a reason for wanting something done
ExamplesIn the interest of safety.
In the common interest.
Synonyms sakeSource: WordNet 3.0
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the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
ExamplesThey said nothing of great interest.
Primary colors can add interest to a room.
Synonyms interestingnessAntonyms uninterestingnessSource: WordNet 3.0
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a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
ExamplesHow much interest do you pay on your mortgage?
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(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
ExamplesThey have interests all over the world.
Synonyms stakeSource: WordNet 3.0
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(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
ExamplesThe iron interests stepped up production.
Synonyms interest groupSource: WordNet 3.0
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a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
ExamplesHe counts reading among his interests.
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Excitement of feeling, whether pleasant or painful, accompanying special attention to some object; concern.
Source: webster1913
verb
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excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
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be on the mind of
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be of importance or consequence
Synonyms matter toSource: WordNet 3.0
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To engage the attention of; to awaken interest in; to excite emotion or passion in, in behalf of a person or thing; as, the subject did not <i>interest</i> him; to <i>interest</i> one in charitable work.
Source: webster1913