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interest
verb(in-ter-est)
be on the mind of
Synonyms: concern, occupy, worry,
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
a reason for wanting something done
Synonyms: sake,
Examples:
In the interest of safety.
In the common interest.
interest
verb(in-ter-est)
be of importance or consequence
Synonyms: matter to,
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
Synonyms: pastime, pursuit,
Examples:
He counts reading among his interests.
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
Synonyms: interestingness,
Examples:
They said nothing of great interest.
Primary colors can add interest to a room.
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
Synonyms: involvement,
Examples:
An interest in music.
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
Synonyms: stake,
Examples:
They have interests all over the world.
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
Synonyms: interest group,
Examples:
The iron interests stepped up production.
interest
noun(in-ter-est)
a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
Examples:
How much interest do you pay on your mortgage?.
interest
verb(in-ter-est)
excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
Antonyms: bore,

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