Definition of "Interest" :

noun: a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

"He counts reading among his interests."

noun: a reason for wanting something done

"In the interest of safety."

noun: the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)

"They said nothing of great interest."

noun: a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

"An interest in music."

noun: (usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims

"The iron interests stepped up production."

noun: (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something

"They have interests all over the world."

noun: a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed

"How much interest do you pay on your mortgage?."

verb: excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

verb: be on the mind of

verb: be of importance or consequence