Interest (Noun)
Meaning 1
A sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something; "an interest in music".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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- She developed an interest in photography after receiving her first camera as a gift.
- The documentary sparked his interest in environmental activism and he soon started volunteering for local organizations.
- Her interest in science led her to pursue a degree in biology and later become a renowned biologist.
- The travel brochure caught her eye and sparked an interest in visiting Japan one day.
- His interest in history was evident in the numerous historical novels he had read and the documentaries he had watched.
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Meaning 2
The power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.); "they said nothing of great interest"; "primary colors can add interest to a room".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 3
A reason for wanting something done; "for your sake"; "died for the sake of his country"; "in the interest of safety"; "in the common interest".
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 4
A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly); "sailing is her favorite pastime"; "his main pastime is gambling"; "he counts reading among his interests"; "they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 5
A fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed; "how much interest do you pay on your mortgage?".
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Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
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Meaning 6
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something; "they have interests all over the world"; "a stake in the company's future".
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Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
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Meaning 7
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims; "the iron interests stepped up production".
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Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.