interest

Reading level: easy

Estimated CEFR level: A1 — Beginner

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

noun a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
noun a reason for wanting something done
noun the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)

From Middle English interest, from Old French interesse and interest (French intérêt), from Medieval Latin interesse, from Latin interesse.

"I beg your pardon--family interests? — The Lock and Key Library: Classic Mystery and Detective Stories: Modern English, Unknown
"This seemed to interest the tiger. — John Gayther's Garden and the Stories Told Therein, Frank R. Stockton
He takes great interest in his garden. — Three men on the bummel, Jerome K. (Jerome Klapka) Jerome

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