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in·ter·est
/ˈint(ə)rəst/
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noun
1.
the state of wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
"she looked about her with interest"
Similar:
attentiveness
undivided attention
absorption
engrossment
heed
regard
notice
scrutiny
curiosity
inquisitiveness
enjoyment
delight
Opposite:
boredom
2.
money paid regularly at a particular rate for the use of money lent, or for delaying the repayment of a debt.
"the monthly rate of interest"
Similar:
dividends
profits
returns
a percentage
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