interest
/ˈɪntrəst/
Noun
A feeling of wanting to know or learn about something or someone; curiosity or concern about something.
She has a strong interest in art and music.
A subject, activity, or hobby that someone enjoys or finds engaging.
Her main interest is photography.
Money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt.
The bank pays 2% interest on savings accounts.
A legal share, right, or claim in something, especially a business or property.
She sold her interest in the company to her business partner.
The advantage or benefit of a person or group.
The decision was made in the best interest of the company.
Verb
To cause someone to want to know more about something or to become involved in something.
The documentary interested many people in environmental issues.