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Definition & Meaning of "interest"in English

Interest
01

the desire to find out or learn more about a person or thing 

interest definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
interests
Examples
Sarah developed a keen interest in photography after receiving her first camera as a gift. 
02

something that attracts enjoyment, attention, or curiosity 

interest definition and meaning
Examples
Reading is one of her main interests. 
03

a reason or concern that causes someone to want something to be done or to take part 

Examples
She has a personal interest in the outcome of the negotiations. 
04

the quality of being engaging, unusual, or exciting that captures and holds attention 

Examples
The novel held her interest from start to finish. 
05

the fee paid for borrowing money, calculated as a percentage of the loan amount over time 

Examples
The bank charges 5% interest on personal loans. 
06

a right, claim, or financial stake in property, business, or another legal matter 

Examples
He sold his interest in the company. 
07

a group of people united by shared goals, especially in politics, economics, or professional fields 

Examples
Powerful business interests opposed the law. 
08

something that benefits or advantages someone or something, often in a specific situation 

Examples
The organization is focused on defending the interests of local businesses. 
to interest
01

to find something attractive enough to want to know about it more or keep doing it 

Transitive: to interest sb
to interest definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
State verb
Regular
Present tense
interest
3rd person singular
interests
Present participle
interesting
Past simple
interested
Past participle
interested
Examples
She became interested in learning a new language after visiting a foreign country. 
02

to evoke concern or curiosity in someone or to have an effect on their attention 

Transitive: to interest sb
Examples
The outcome of the trial greatly interested the public, who followed every update. 
03

to involve or have a significant effect on a person, group, or entity 

Transitive: to interest a group
Examples
The new trade agreement directly interests both nations, affecting their economic policies. 
04

to try to persuade someone to do, eat, or buy something specific 

Transitive: to interest sb in sth
Examples
The salesperson tried to interest the customer in the latest smartphone model, highlighting its advanced features and benefits. 
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